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First published 1986 (DOST Vol. VI).
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Quotation dates: 1685
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Purlin, n. (Var. of Perling n. b, an edging of pearling, ? conformed to Eng. purling f. purl v.) — 1685 Proceedings of Society of Antiquaries LVIII 360.
A holland bib with hems & purlins
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