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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Jevill, n. Also: jevall. [Cf. Javel(l n.2 and Jevellour n.] A jail, jail. — 1626 Dunferm. B. Rec. II. 152.
Within the jevall of this burcht 1627 Glasgow B. Rec. I. 359.
That ilk burges … to be putt in jevill sall Pay [etc.] 1633 Buccleuch Mun. 354.
[The thief brought] to Cairleill jeuill
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