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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Dow-talit, -taillit, -tail(e)d, a. [f. Dow-tale,n. Not recorded in Eng. before 1656.] Dove-tailed. —1535 M. Works Acc. IV. 79.
ij do. dow talit tynnit botis 1591 Edinb. D. Guild Acc. 433.
vj yrne boiltis … kneyit and dow taillit 1618 M. Works Acc. XV. ii. 30.
Tua doutailed bottis for a cais 1633 Ib. XXV. 20.
Twa pair of … dow taild cruikis
