E. Cobham Brewer 18101897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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It is a mere drug in the market. Something not called for, which no one will buy. French drogue = rubbish, as Ce nest que de la drogue; hence droguet (drugget), inferior carpet-cloth made of rubbish or inferior wool, etc. | 1 |
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