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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Girsillie, a. [f. Girsill,n.² Cf. e.m.E. gristely, ME. grystly (1398).] Gristly —1596 Dalr. I. 30/3.
His flesh was all girssillie [L. cartilaginosa]