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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Jocal(e, n. [Med. L. jocale : cf. Jocalia,n. pl.] A precious object or valuable ornament. —1533 Treas. Acc. VI. 155.
For certane jocalis gevin be him … to the Kingis grace
