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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Unpelit, -peilit, ppl. adj. [e.m.E. vnpeeled (1599); Pelit ppl. adj.] Of hemp: Unstripped. —1573 Edinb. Test. III 31.
Ten thraif of vnpelit hempt price x s. 1579 Edinb. Test. VII 49.
Certane vnpeilit hempt estimat to vj s. viij d.
