Dictionary of Thieving Slang, 1737
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BUFFER
BUFFER, a Rogue that kills good sound Horses, only for their skins, by running a long wire into them, and sometimes knocking them on the Head.
| To stand BUFF |
| BUFF-KNAPPER |
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