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First published 2002 (DOST Vol. XII).
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Quotation dates: 1590-1629
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(Warbilling,) Warbling, Wirbling, ppl. adj.1 [e.m.E. warbuling (1587), warbling (1608).] That makes melodious sounds. — c1590 Fowler I 304/9.
The sound of this my warbling string Must from abowe of speciall grace discend 1629 Boyd Last B. 82.
Mine harpe and heart both are out of tune. … My fingers can guide no more this wirbling instrument
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