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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1513
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Bratill, v. [Imitative.] intr. To rattle or clatter. — 1513 Doug. vii. Prol. 133.
Branchis bratlyng 1513 Ib. xii. xiv. 89.
Neuer … fulderis dynt … With sik a rummyll com bratland on sa fast
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