cattle-duffer

Dictionary of Australasian Words Phrases and Usages by Edward E. Morris

a man who steals cattle(usually by altering their brands). See also Duffer.

1886. `Melbourne Punch,' July 15, Cartoon Verses:

«Cattle-duffers on a jury may be honest men enough,

But they're bound to visit lightly sins in those who cattle duff.»

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