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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Pourle, n. attrib. [? e.m.E. purle (1659–60), of unascertained origin.] ? Purl, the liquor made by infusing wormwood or other bitter herbs in ale or beer. Attrib. with e.m.E. and late ME cruse, crowse, etc., a drinking-vessel, small jar or bottle. —1685 Soc. Ant. LVIII 354.
2 pourle crows of flint glasse
