Yes, that would be a problem, btw thanks for welcoming me! - I finally found the meaning of 'OP' in the urban dictionary... Still, I think this thread is a good start, speaking of making up a new verse in the spirit of the song Old Kimball, or giving more ideas to further ear-deciphering. In this way, old dictionaries can add to this subject. a thought came to mind: English is like Photoshop, "no one will master it completely within reasonable time with all its possibilities" (and borrowed words). -Without the particular word in mind, I won't be able to guess it. Hobart learned his version from one John Greer. I have also heard some trad singers either forgetting or making up verses on the spot - the sometimes strange result is fascinating and adds to each song.
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