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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Quotation dates: 1565
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(Swirling,) Sworling, vbl. n. [Swirl v.] A swirling or whirling motion; a contortion or gyration. — 1565 Gathering of the Halie Signes 29.
The merie conceatis, sworlingis, conuersiounis, and murgiouns being endit be the Messe Priest
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