V9 archived entries

to improvise on a musical instrument, piano, accordion, etc.

name given to a goal-keeper thought to be particularly afraid of "crosses."

evaporated milk

Liverpudlianism for varicose veins

the chin

a type of blister or callous on the sole of the feet, thought to be caused by ill-fitting hand-me-down shoes. They are also called Planters Warts.

girl known to be liberal with her amorous favors

Pentonville Prison

weak beer or spirits. See "maiden's water."