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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Tunnel, n. (ME and e.m.E. tonele (1341-2), tonnel (Caxton), OF ton(n)el, med. L. tonnella dim. of tonna, tunna a cask or barrel.) —1519 Reg. Episc. Aberd. II 177.
The cellair witht … viij trein stoppis … ane tunnel [pr. tunvel] of tree
