The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:
Sorel \Sor"el\, n. [A diminutive. See Sore reddish brown.]
   1. (Zool.) A young buck in the third year. See the Note under
      Buck. --Shak.
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   2. A yellowish or reddish brown color; sorrel.
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