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Þ þ (thorn)
Ð ð (eth)
Ʒ ʒ (yogh)
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1.
gnof
n.
1 quotation in 1 sense
Sense / Definition
An ill-mannered fellow, churl, lout.
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knag(ge
n.
Additional spellings:
knagge
4 quotations in 1 sense
Sense / Definition
A peg, fastener;
hongen on knag
, to hang (sb.) on a peg or hook; --?also intrans.
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3.
plek(ke
n.
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plekke
19 quotations in 1 sense
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(a) A piece or patch of land; (b) a spot or speck; a spot or blemish as an outward sign of sin; (c) in surnames and place names [see Smith
PNElem.
2.67].
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4.
qualm
n.(2)
1 quotation in 1 sense
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The cry of a raven.
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5.
?scrīve
n.
1 quotation in 1 sense
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A rushing noise, roar.
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tod(de
n.
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todde
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A measurement of weight for wool, usually 28 lbs.
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