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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Skepell, n. [MDu. and MLG schepel, whence US Eng. skiple (1685).] A measure of three pecks. —1598 Skipper's Acc. (Morton) 12a.
For ane skepell of peis to our wetellis
