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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Esmaill, Esmall, v. [Older F. esmailler (mod. émailler).] tr. To enamel. — 1573 Invent. Q. Mary p. cl.
Ane garnissing of dyamantis esmailled with blak 1590 Treas. Acc. MS. 209 b.
Thrie greit rubeis caboschen esmallit with quhyte reid and blak
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