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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Schavel, n. (? Nonce-formation, or ? erron., for S(c)havel(l)ingn., in sense b, with omission of final -ing, or ? reduced f. Schavaldour n.) —1571 Sat. P. xxv 27.
When thai … Abused hir, accused hir With serpent wordis fell Of schavelis and rebellis
