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单词 livery and bait
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Definition of livery and bait in English:

livery and bait

noun ˌlɪv(ə)ri (ə)n(d) ˈbeɪt
British historical
  • Stabling and food for a horse provided at a fixed charge. Chiefly attributive: designating an establishment providing this, or one which has horses (and carriages) for hire; especially in "livery and bait stable".

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. From livery + and + bait.

Definition of livery and bait in US English:

livery and bait

nounˌlɪv(ə)ri (ə)n(d) ˈbeɪt
British historical
  • Stabling and food for a horse provided at a fixed charge. Chiefly attributive: designating an establishment providing this, or one which has horses (and carriages) for hire; especially in "livery and bait stable".

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. From livery + and + bait.

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