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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1567
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Nef, n. [F. nef, L. nāvis.] A piece of plate in the shape of a ship. — 1567 Inv. Q. Mary cxlviii.
Ane nef of silver ourgilt
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