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steinkirk
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steinkirk, n. [So called from the battle of Steinkirk, in 1692, on which occasion the French nobles had no time to arrange their lace neckcloths.].
A kind of neckcloth worn in a loose and disorderly fashion. [1913 Webster]
steinkirk, n.
Same as Steenkirk. [1913 Webster]
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