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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Tuthpik, Tuythpik, n. [e.m.E. toothe pike (1538), toothpick (1598).] A toothpick. Cf. Pike-tuithe n. and Pik-tuth n. —1488 Treas. Acc. I 81.
Twa tuthpikis of gold 1542 Acts & Decr. I 140b.
Ane tuythpik of siluer price x s.
