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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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(Misell,) Mysal, n. [Cf. Mesell n.2] Leprosy. —14.. Burgh Laws c. 69 (B) Acts I. 32/2 (see Leper n.1).
Gyf ony be put oute of the toun for mysal that dwellis in the burgh
