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Thread #40451 Message #580109
Posted By: Nancy King
26-Oct-01 - 01:49 AM
Thread Name: Origins: What does 'Hal an Tow' mean?
Subject: RE: What does 'Hal an Tow' mean?
Jeez, I always thought it meant "heel and toe," too. And being somewhat familiar with the habits of sailors, I thought the next line was "jolly rum below". I'll have to admit I never did really try to make sense out of the song though.