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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Cardail(l, n. [e.m.E. cardel (1694), Du. kardeel.] A hogshead. —1681 Blackness Customs 12 b.
Halfe ane cardaill train oyll 1687 Hamilton Grierson P. MS. (Reg. H.).
20 cardails of train oyle
