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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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(Schole,) Shole, n. [e.m.E. shole (1579), ? f. MLG, MDu. schōle, whence also Scule n.2] A shoal (of herrings). —c1647 Lanark & R. 143.
When the shole of herrings enters the firth [etc.]