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First published 1983 (DOST Vol. V).
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Pellok-bow, -boll, n. [Pellok n.2] A type of hand-bow or cross-bow which shot pellets (Pellok n.2, Pellet n.2 2) or ball; a stone-bow. = Pellet-bow and Pellet n.2 4. Also attrib. with -string. —1537 Treas. Acc. VI. 340.
Deliverit to Johne Tennand thre pellok bowis Ib.
To the kingis grace selfe ane irne of ane pellok bow 1605 Black Bk. Taymouth 343.
In the lairdis chalmer … a pellok bow … ane hand bow —attrib. 1601 Treas. Acc. MS. 81.
Tua pellok boll stringis
