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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—B

B Flats

Bugs. The pun is “B” (the initial letter), and “flat,” from the flatness of the obnoxious insect. Also called Norfolk Howards, from Mr. Bugg, who advertised in the Times that he should in future change his name into “Norfolk Howard.” (See F Sharp.)

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894

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