Dictionary of Thieving Slang, 1737
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TARTAR
TARTAR, a notorious Rogue or Sharper, who sticks not to rob his Brother Rogue. Hence To catch a Tartar, is said, among the Canting Varlets, when a Rogue attacks one that he thinks a Passenger, but proves to be of this Clan of Villains, who in his Turn having overcome the Assailant, robs, plunders and binds him.
| TART Dames |
| TATTER-De-mallion |
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