What does rinse-pitcher mean?
Rinse-pitcher means (obsolete) A drunkard..
Rinse-pitcher
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(obsolete) A drunkard..
Example Sentences
Rince Pytcher is he that will drinke out his thrift at the ale or wine, and be oft times dronke. This is a licoryce knaue that will swill his Maisters drink, and brybe his meate that is kept for him.
What the godly Cromwell saw in this Royalist rinse-pitcher it is now difficult to assess — but he sought him for his son-in-law.
Synonyms for rinse-pitcher
Antonyms for rinse-pitcher
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Word Forms
- rinse-pitchers
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for rinse-pitcher?
Common synonyms include squeeze-grape, swill-pot, toper.
What is the opposite of rinse-pitcher?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use rinse-pitcher in a sentence?
Rince Pytcher is he that will drinke out his thrift at the ale or wine, and be oft times dronke. This is a licoryce knaue that will swill his Maisters drink, and brybe his meate that is kept for him.
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