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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Taidrell, n. [Ta(i)d(e n. Cf. Kytrall n.] As a term of abuse: A little toad. —a1605 Montg. Flyt. 457 (T).
That tittest that taidrell may tell ane ill taill
