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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Smeltyn, vbl. n. [MDu. smeltinge, f. smelten to melt, smelt, fuse, etc. Cf. e.m.E. smeltynge (1531-2).] The process of refining metal by heat. —c1466-80 Letter from Lord Hamilton MS.
Ler the craft of fyning of lede & the maner bath of byrning & smeltyn the samyn
