jew

Dictionary of The Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose

1) An over-reaching dealer, or hard, sharp fellow; an extortioner: the brokers formerly behind St. Clement's church in the Strand were called Jews by their brethren the taylors.

2) A tradesman who has no faith, i.e. will not give credit.

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