The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Lingel \Lin"gel\ (l[i^][ng]"g[e^]l), n. [F. ligneul, dim. of L.
   linea a linen thread.]
   1. A shoemaker's thread. [Obs.]
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   2. A little tongue or thong of leather; a lacing for belts.
      --Crabb.
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