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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Pompillion, n. (e.m.E. pampyllon (1567), -ilion, -ilian, last recorded 1597–8, ‘a coarse woollen fabric of rough surface’ (OED), appar. a later applic. of Pampilioun n.) —1682 New Mills Manuf. 23.
Ordered to write to London for 2 peeces of pompillion for the shear-bords about 36 yards per peece
