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tappit-hen
[ tap-it-hen ]
noun
Scot.
- a hen with a crest or topknot.
- a tankard, especially a large one, with a knob or ornament projecting from the top of its lid.
tappit-hen
/ 藞迟忙辫瑟迟藞丑蓻苍 /
noun
- a hen with a crest
- a pewter tankard, usually with a distinctive knob on the lid
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亚洲网紅露点 History and Origins
Origin of tappit-hen1
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亚洲网紅露点 History and Origins
Origin of tappit-hen1
C18: from Scottish tappit topped, crested + hen
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Tappit-hen, a hen with a tuft of feathers on her head.
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Come bumpers high, express your joy, The bowl we maun renew it; The tappit-hen, gae bring her ben, To welcome Willie Stewart.
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TAPPIT-HEN, s. a crested hen; a quart measure of ale or beer with a top of foam.
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The bowl鈥攜e maun renew it鈥 The tappit-hen鈥攇ae fetch her ben, To welcome Willie Stewart!
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TAPPIT-HEN, a pewter-pot, holding nearly a gallon.
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