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Thread #55420 Message #2732968
Posted By: Mick Pearce (MCP)
28-Sep-09 - 05:10 AM
Thread Name: Lyr Req: The Old Bachelor
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: 'The Old Bachelor'
kid for child has been in use since late 17C (OED gives 1690); originally low moving into standard use by 19/20C.
Mick