Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV).
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†FREEL, v. To make or become weak or frail.Bwk. 1758 Diary G. Ridpath (S.H.S.) 174:
Mas Thomas a good deal freeled with his late cough. . . .
