soleyn
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soleyne — soleyn(e variants of solein a. Obs … Useful english dictionary
sullen — 1570s, alteration of M.E. soleyn unique, singular, from Anglo Fr. *solein, formed on the pattern of O.Fr. soltain, from O.Fr. soul single (see SOLE (Cf. sole) (2)). The sense shift in M.E. from solitary to morose occurred late 14c … Etymology dictionary
