betty

Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose

A small instrument used by house-breakers to force open doors. Bring bess and glym; bring the instrument to force the door, and the dark lantern. Small flasks, like those for Florence wine, are also called betties.

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Betty
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Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose
betty martin
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