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单词 Adam Tiler
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Definition of Adam Tiler in English:

Adam Tiler

(also Adam Tyler)
noun ˌadəm ˈtʌɪlə
British cant, historical
  • A pickpocket's accomplice, specifically one who receives or deals with stolen money or goods.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Richard Head (?1637–?1686), writer. From the male forename Adam + the surname Tiler, apparently punningly after tiler.

Definition of Adam Tiler in US English:

Adam Tiler

(also Adam Tyler)
nounˌadəm ˈtʌɪlə
British cant, historical
  • A pickpocket's accomplice, specifically one who receives or deals with stolen money or goods.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Richard Head (?1637–?1686), writer. From the male forename Adam + the surname Tiler, apparently punningly after tiler.

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