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   Gabel , n. [F. gabelle, LL. gabella, gabulum, gablum; of uncertain origin.  Cf.Gavel tribute.] (O. Eng. Law) A rent, service, tribute, custom, tax, impost, or duty; an excise.
   Burrill.
   
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   He enables St. Peter to pay his gabel by the ministry of a fish.
   Jer. Taylor.
   
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