Dictionary of Thieving Slang, 1737
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To BRUSH
To BRUSH, to flee, or run away. The Cully is brushed or rubbed; The Fellow is marched off or broke. Bought a Brush, run away.
| BROTHER of the String |
| BRUSHER |
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