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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Gedon, Gedoun, n. [F. guidon, e.m.E. guydon (1548).] A guidon. —1545 Acts & Decr. MS. (Reg. H.) II. 12.
Ane assenȝe of the gard and ane gedon [al. gedoun] of the cumpany