second _plundering_

plunder n Action taken if someone is victimized by those taking from his garden or store for a 'scoff' is to attempt to get it back after it is cooked, by 'second plundering' (i.e., taking it, when ready to eat, from those who 'bucked'--or 'plundered'--it the...

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Summary:plunder n Action taken if someone is victimized by those taking from his garden or store for a 'scoff' is to attempt to get it back after it is cooked, by 'second plundering' (i.e., taking it, when ready to eat, from those who 'bucked'--or 'plundered'--it the first time). . . . also applies to goods plundered from ship wrecks, for 'bucking' goods initially plundered is regarded as legitimate, and it is said 'second plunder is the sweetest.' W. J. KIRWIN FEB 1970 JH 2/70 PRINTED ITEM DNE-cit Used I Used I Used I