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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Hale, Hail, v.3 [Of obscure origin: cf. v.4] tr. To cover or drench. — ?1438 Alex. i. 869.
My steid … sall halely Be haillit in blude and sueat
Ib. ii. 10517.
Thame-selfe halit in blude and sueit

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