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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Swell, n. [ME swel (Ancr. R.), swele (14th c.), e.m.E. swell (once, Shakespeare); Swel(l v.] Swelling, bulge. —1683 Reid Sc. Gard'ner (1907) 39.
Grass or brick-walkes may have for thirty foot broad six inches of swell
