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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Parle, v. [e.m.E. (1558) and ME. (Piers Plowm.), F. parler.] intr. ? To converse; ? to speak French. —?a1640 Copie of a Baron's Court 20.
They did resolve to send him unto France, To learn to parle, handle arms, and dance
