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Webster 1913 Edition


Halter-sack

Hal′ter-sackˊ

(ha̤l′tẽr-săkˊ)
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Noun.
A term of reproach, implying that one is fit to be hanged.
[Obs.]
Beau. & Fl.

Definition 2024


halter-sack

halter-sack

English

Noun

halter-sack (plural halter-sacks)

  1. (obsolete, derogatory) One who is fit to be hanged; a scoundrel.
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