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Exeter Book

Definition: The Exeter Book is an Anglo-Saxon manuscript, also known as the Codex Exoniensis. It is a collection of Old English poetry and prose, believed to have been written in the late 10th century. The book is a significant literary and cultural artifact that provides insights into early English history and language.

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Noun: The Exeter Book is housed in the Exeter Cathedral Library.

Noun: Scholars consider the Exeter Book to be one of the most important surviving Old English manuscripts.

Adjective: The Exeter Book poems offer a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the Anglo-Saxons.

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