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branlin
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branlin, n. [Scot. branlie fr. brand.].
A young salmon or parr, in the stage in which it has transverse black bands, as if burned by a gridiron. [1913 Webster]
branlin, n. [See Brand.].
A small red worm or larva, used as bait for small fresh-water fish; -- so called from its red color. [1913 Webster]
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