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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XI).
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Quotation dates: 1590
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Wallowing, vbl. n. [ME and e.m.E. walewing (a1225), wallowynge (?1297, 1642); Wallow v.2] A rolling motion. — 1590 Burel Pilgr. i 375.
The meikill fouls … Fast fallowing with wallowing, And mony cairfull cry
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