Dictionary of Thieving Slang, 1737

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XANTIPPE

XANTIPPE, a Scold; the Name of Socrates's scolding Wife; who never cold move his Patience, tho' by premeditated and repeated Injuries. Whence it is used for any Shrew, or scolding, brawling Woman.

 

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