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 Adam CupidAdam’s Apple. 
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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Adam’s Ale.
 
Water as a beverage; from the supposition that Adam had nothing but water to drink. In Scotland water for a beverage is called Adam’s Wine.   1
 


 Adam CupidAdam’s Apple. 

 
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