† oneˈrose,a.Obs. [ad. L. onerōs-us: see below and -ose.] = onerous. c1450tr.De Imitatione iii. xxx. 100 Lo! mete, drinke, cloþe, & oþer þinges longing to þe body are onerose to a fervent spirit.1687N. Johnston Assur. Abby Lands 164 By whatever contract, either Lucerative, or Onerose they have come.