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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Firmaleit, n. [OF. fermeillet.] A clasp. —15.. Clar. v. 2148.
Melaides Baid Romaryne feche unto hir of gold Ane firmaleit and chaine Ib. 2165.