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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Mesell,) Messall, n.2 [ME. and e.m.E. mesel, -yll (c 1375–1530). Cf. Misell.] Leprosy. —14.. Burgh Laws c. 48 (A).
Gif ony man or woman … be fallin in to leper that is callit messall
