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Þ þ (thorn)
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posset
n.
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(a) A hot drink made of curdled milk and ale or wine, often with sugar and various spices; (b) ?hot milk curds used as a poultice.
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sabatīn(e
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sabatine
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(a) Some kind of slipper or shoe; (b)
arm.
a piece of protective armor for the upper side of the foot, held in place by laces or straps.
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