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 Hurdle Race (A).Hurlo-Thrumbo. 
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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Hurdy-gurdy.
 
A stringed instrument of music, like a rude violin; the notes of which are produced by the friction of a wheel.   1
 


 Hurdle Race (A).Hurlo-Thrumbo. 

 
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