a taylor. N.
·noun An instrument with which trimming is done. II. Trimmer ·noun One who trims, arranges, fits, o...
Webster's Dictionary of the English Language
·vt To supply with limbs. II. Limb ·noun A border or edge, in certain special uses. III. Limb ·nou...
The graduated arc of an astronomical or surveying instrument. In astronomy, it is the edge or border...
The Sailor's Word-Book
One employed in a steamer to stow and trim the fuel. This duty and that of the stoker are generally ...
a man addicted to any thing is called "a limb for it." Norf. and Suff. ...
A glossary of provincial and local words used in England by Francis Grose
The accurate touch of the edge of a celestial body to the horizon. ...
An inferior or pettyfogging attorney. ...
Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose