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The finest and whitest bread made in the Middle Ages; -- called also paynemain, payman.

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  1. n. The finest and whitest bread made in the Middle Ages; -- called also paynemain, payman.
  2. payndemain (uncountable) A high-quality white bread, baked from the finest sifted flour, suitable for the lord of the manor.