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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. X).
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Tingle naill, n. (ME and e.m.E. tyngylnaile (north., 1377-8), tyngle naill (north., 1582), MDu. tengenagel, Du. tengel-, tingel-nagel, a small nail, a tack.) — 1659 Nicolson Diurnals May.
100 tingle naills [sc. for a boat] 8 s.
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