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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Kandil-, Kandelmes, -mas, varr. of Candilmes n. (Candlemas). — 1555 Carte Northberwic 70.
The said Jhone … sall nocht … play … quhill the Purificatioun of our Ladye be bypast callit Kandelmas
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