Dictionary of Thieving Slang, 1737
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FREEZE
FREEZE, a thin, small, hard Cyder, much used by Vintners and Coopers in parting their Wines, to lower the Price of them, and to advance their Gain. A Freezing Vintner, a vintner that balderdashes his Wine.
| FREEHOLDER |
| FRENCH Gout |
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