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First published 1990 (DOST Vol. VII).
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Rattil-gold, n. [Obs. Du. ratelgoud, f. ratelen, Rattil(l v.] Gold leaf or tinsel. — 1508 Treas. Acc. IV 113.
To Pieris the payntour, for glew, rattil gold, varneyis [etc.]
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