"The Classified Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue" by Francis Grose At that time, it was a nickname for an invalid soldier who was too old or too injured for active service.
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"The Classified Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue" by Francis Grose At that time, it was a nickname for an invalid soldier who was too old or too injured for active service.
English Tutor Nick P Word Origins (160) Old Fogey