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First published 1937 (DOST Vol. I).
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(Cere,) Ceir candill, Cear candeil, n. [L. cēra wax. Also e.m.E. (1632).] A wax candle. — 1503 Treas. Acc. II. 215.
Ane pilȝane to the Quene; for threid and ceir candill to it, x d. 1632 Edinb. Test. LV. 279 b.
Fyve pund wecht Scotis cear candell
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