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First published 1934 (SND Vol. I).
This entry has not been updated since then but may contain minor corrections and revisions.
†BANG-THE-BEGGAR, n.
1. (See quot.)Rxb. 1825 Jam.2:
Bang-the-beggar, a strong staff, a powerful kent, or rung. [Marked obs. by Watson Rxb. W.-B. (1923).]
2. (See quot.)Dmf. 1825 Jam.2:
Humorously transferred to a constable.
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