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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Cannikin, n. [e.m.E. cannakin (1604), Du. kanneken, dim. of kan can.] A small drinking-can. —1583 Sempill Sat. P. xlv. 125.
Carruse, and hald the cannikin clinking
