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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—C

Cor`nage

(2 syl.), horn-service. A kind of tenure in grand serjeanty. The service required was to blow a horn when any invasion of the Scots was perceived. “Cornagium” was money paid instead of the old service.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
Corneille du Boulevard
Corns
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