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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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Clevin, n. [Gael. cléibhin (also cliabhan), a small basket or chest.] A measure of grain. —1264 Exch. R. I. 7.
Summa xiiijxx cleuins, xj cleuins, et tres bolle prebende Ib. 21.
Quinquaginta cleuin, que sunt in celdris quindecim celdre et decem bolle
