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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—S

Sprout-kele

The Saxon name for February. Kele is colewort, the great pot-wort of the ancient Saxons; the broth made thereof was also called kcle. This important pottage herb begins to sprout in February.

(Verstegan.)

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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