The art of picking pockets. CANT.

-From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.

One who pawns his clothes to purchase liquor.

-From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.

Hope no one was Master of the Wardrobe last night!

He beats Banaghan; an Irish saying of one who tells wonderful stories. Perhaps Banaghan was a minstrel famous for dealing in the marvellous.

-From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.

Hope you get a few great Irish tales today! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Great; a fine banging boy.

-From the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.