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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Pallioun, n. [ME. (c 1290) and e.m.E. (Caxton) palliun, -io(u)n, an archbishop's pallium, also, a cloak, OF. pallion, -un.] A cloak or mantle. —a1500 K. Hart 326.
Dame Danger hes of dolour to him drest Ane pallioun that na proudnes hes without