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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Link, Linck, n.2 (e.m.E. (1526– ), a torch, as for lighting people in the streets.) —1663 Household Bks. Archb. Sharp MS. 6. 1675 Edinb. B. Rec. X. 282. Etc.
