E. Cobham Brewer 18101897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
Diable (Le).
Olivier Ledain, the tool of Louis XI., and once the kings barber. So called because he was as much feared as his Satanic Majesty, and even more disliked. (Hanged 1484.)
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Robert le Diable. Meyerbeers grand opera. (See ROBERT.)