gurry
gurry The word _gurry_, used by sailors and fishermen 1812 Schele de Vene (U.S.) 339 for the slime and blood of fish adhering to their hands, is, in all probability, an inheritance from the old English. Used I and Sup Used I and Sup 1 Not used Some spelling may be incorrect in entry; the handwriting...
Format: | Manuscript |
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Language: | English |
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Online Access: | http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/elrcdne/id/28992 |
Summary: | gurry The word _gurry_, used by sailors and fishermen 1812 Schele de Vene (U.S.) 339 for the slime and blood of fish adhering to their hands, is, in all probability, an inheritance from the old English. Used I and Sup Used I and Sup 1 Not used Some spelling may be incorrect in entry; the handwriting was indistinguishable at times. |
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