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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Galopyn, Gallepyn, n. [e.m.E. gallapine (1578), F. galopin.] A turnspit; an under-servant. —1560 Treas. Acc. XI. 26.
To four galopynnis 1568 Rep. Mar & Kellie MSS. 18.
Cristell Lamb, gallepyn in the kiching
