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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1389
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(Knife-,) Knyfles, a. [Cf. e.m.E. kniueless (1573).] Without a knife. —1389 Reg. Cambuskenneth 260.
The said Robert sall cum … hudles, hosles, … beltles, and knyfles
