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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gedling, n. [ME. gedling, gedelyng (a 1250), OE. gædeling.] A fellow. —a1500 Rauf C. 610.
Quhair gangis thow, gedling, thir gaitis sa gane? Ib. 619.
Than said that gedling on ground
