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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Boiley or Boily.
 
Bread soaked in water. A word used in baby-farming establishments (French, bouillie). (Pall Mall Budget, Aug. 22, 1889.)   1
 


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