bucking
buck v . . . Traditionally the ingredients for a 'scoff' [in Cat Harbour] are 'bucked' -- that is, taken from someone else's garden or cellar. 'Bucking' for a 'scoff', however, is sanctioned, within limits; it is not 'stealing' for a meal. See c...
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Language: | English |
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1970
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Online Access: | http://collections.mun.ca/cdm/ref/collection/elrcdne/id/9205 |
Summary: | buck v . . . Traditionally the ingredients for a 'scoff' [in Cat Harbour] are 'bucked' -- that is, taken from someone else's garden or cellar. 'Bucking' for a 'scoff', however, is sanctioned, within limits; it is not 'stealing' for a meal. See cited quotation. PRINTED ITEM JH 3/70 W. J. KIRWIN MAR 1970 Used I Used I Used I |
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