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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Russell. [f. as Russell,n., used as a proper name in (Daun) Russell (the fox) (Chaucer). Cf. Black Surnames, s.v. Russel.] —a1500 Henr. Fab. 1962.
Swa happinnit him … To meit ane foxe … ‘Welcum to me,’ quod he, ‘thow Russell gray’
