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Act V: French Scene 2
persever: stressed on the second syllable; Oliver will persever (persist in a course of action) to enjoy (marry, obtain, possess) her. In order to enjoy (take sexual pleasure of) her he must persever ("stand to", have an erection).
enjoy: marry
giddinesse: a) rashness, impulsiveness; b) passion or lust
the povertie of her: her povery (being without dowry)
consent: agree
revennew: income
estate: settle
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