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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Quotation dates: 1600-1699
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Smelt, Smilt, n. [ME and e.m.E. smelt (1328-9), OE smelt.] A smelt or sparling. — 1664 Household Bks. Archb. Sharp in Misc. Maitl. C. II 505.
For a dishe of smeltis … £5 8 s. 16… Bk. Dunvegan I 203.
250 seane and reish from a black smilts … £1 10 s.
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