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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Quotation dates: 1650-1651
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Grappe, n. [? OF. grappe, hook, or for obs. Eng. grapper (1485–1676).] A grappling-hook. — a1651 Calderwood I. 20.
After their departure the Scots and Picts assailied the wall; the Brittons were beaten backe, or pulled doun with grappes
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