| E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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In the game of Ombre, Spadille (the ace of spades), Manille (the seven of trumps), and Basto (the ace of clubs), are called “Matadores.” | 1 |
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| “Now move to war her sable Matadore … |
| Spadillo first, unconquerable lord, |
| Led off two captive trumps, and swept the board. |
| As many more Manillo forced to yield. |
| And marched a victor from the verdant field. |
| Him Basto followed …” | |
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Pope: Rape of the Lock, canto iii. |
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