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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Blenheim Dog.
 
A small spaniel; so called from Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, where the breed has been preserved ever since the palace was built.   1
 


 Blemmyes (of Africa).Blenheim House (Oxfordshire). 

 
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