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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Quotation dates: 1673
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(Schelvell,) Shelvell, n. [Cf. 19th c. Eng. cheval(-glass) f. F. cheval a horse, also support, also F. chevalet a support or stand (1429).] A stand or support (for a mirror). —1673 Leith Customs 62.
Looking glases stands shelvells &c.