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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1571
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(Meddill,) Medle, n. [e.m.E. meddle (1600), f. Med(d)ill,v.] A joining in combat, a duel. — 1571 Bann. Memor. 154.
I resaueing the lyke for the suretie of thé and thy assistaris during the tyme of our medle [T. mellie] 1571 Ib. 155.
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