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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Quotation dates: 1604-1605
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Caprel, Capriel, n. [e.m.E. capreall, -reol, -riol(e, F. capriole.] A capriole, caper. —a1605 Montg. Flyt. 509.
While ky kest caprels [T. capriellis, H. capreles] behind with their heeles