scrimshank

scrimshank Apparently slang picked up from a military man. Query for now? Have you heard this used? - [inc]. G. Parrtridge (including Kipling 1893) OED mil. slang NID British to slush one's work or obligations Farmer + Henley Lets withdraw G. [-] withdraw?[-] Not used Not used Withdrawn handwri...

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Language:English
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English language > Dialects > Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland
Online Access:http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/elrcdne/id/52263
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Summary:scrimshank Apparently slang picked up from a military man. Query for now? Have you heard this used? - [inc]. G. Parrtridge (including Kipling 1893) OED mil. slang NID British to slush one's work or obligations Farmer + Henley Lets withdraw G. [-] withdraw?[-] Not used Not used Withdrawn handwritting

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