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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gavell, v. [f. the nouu.] intr. To erect a gable-wall. —1662 Melrose R. Rec. II. 34.
That the said David Broun … granted him to have gavelled upon Andro Carnecroce with leave asked and given Ib.
In that caice … David oblist him to gavell upon his owne ground
