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North Frisian
Etymology
From Old Frisian falla, which derives from Proto-Germanic *fallaną. Cognates include West Frisian falle.
Verb
fåle
- (Mooring) to fall
Swedish
Etymology
Common Germanic word. Cognate with English foal.
Noun
fåle c
- (archaic) a young horse (or other equine), around 1-3 years old
Usage notes
Likely only familiar from the Christmas song Staffansvisan to many native speakers.
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