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gull

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  1. dupe                  
 
1. gull \'g*l\ n [ME, of Celt origin; akin to W gwylan gull] : any of 
   numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (family Laridae); (Xesp : a 
   largely white bird (as of the genus Larus) that differs from a tern in usu. 
   larger size, stouter build, thicker bill somewhat hooked at the tip, less 
   pointed wings, and short unforked tail
2. gull vt [obs. gull gullet, fr. ME golle, fr. MF goule] : to make a dupe 
   of : DECEIVE 
3. gull n : a person who is easily deceived or cheated : DUPE