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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
Quotation dates: 1622-1626
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Grappill, n. [e.m.E. grap(p)le, grapell (1530).] A grappling-hook. — 1622-6 Bisset II. 200.
The grappill, cabill or tacill of a schip
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