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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Puddling, ppl. adj. [Cf. Pud(d)ill v., and e.m.E. puddle to make (water) muddy.] That disturbs or makes turbid as when water is agitated. —1653 Binning Wks. 613.
Some have had sore distempers of conscience, and puddling exercises of terror
