beofer

beofer, m.n: a beaver. (BEH-ov-er)

A bestiary shows one beaver looking resentful of his loss, while the other prepares to make the same sacrifice. England, c. 1225-1250. Oxford, Bodleian Library, MS. Bodley 764, f. 14r. [bestiary.ca]

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