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Þ þ (thorn)
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1.
sī̆len
v.(2)
4 quotations in 1 sense
Sense / Definition
To strain (sth.).
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wisp(e
n.
Additional spellings:
wispe
29 quotations in 1 sense
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(a) A small gathering or bundle of cut grass, straw, or grain stalks;
wisp of hei (strau)
(b) a bundle of straw, hay, or similar material twisted together for use as a torch;
wisp of fir
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