"born in a mill" meaning in English

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Phrase

Etymology: The loud machinery in a mill may necessitate raising one's voice to be heard. Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} born in a mill
  1. Applied to a person who speaks more loudly than necessary.
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          "text": "Were you born in a mill, curtole? you prate so hye."
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