Vailing
verb (used with object)
1.
to let sink; lower.
2.
Archaic. to take off or doff (one’s hat), as in respect or submission.
verb (used with or without object)
1.
to be of use or profit; avail.
noun
2.
a tip; gratuity.
noun
1.
a veil.
verb (used with object)
2.
to veil.
verb (transitive) (obsolete)
1.
to lower (something, such as a weapon), esp as a sign of deference or submission
2.
to remove (the hat, cap, etc) as a mark of respect or meekness
noun, verb
1.
an archaic word for avail
noun, verb
1.
an archaic spelling of veil
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