hlēotan

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hlēotan, str.v: to cast lots, get a share (in something), participate, obtain. (HLAY-oh-tahn / ˈhleːɔ-tan)

castinglots
Miniature of soldiers casting lots for Christ’s garments. British Library, Add MS 50005, f. 119v. Book of Hours, c. 1410-1420.

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