dolgielp

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Old English

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Etymology

From dol (foolish) +‎ ġielp (boast)

Pronunciation

Noun

dolġielp m

  1. (hapax) foolish pride, vainglory
    • Beowulf, 509
      ond for dolġielpe on dēop wæter aldrum nēþdon
      for foolish pride you ventured into deep water.

Declension