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词汇 penny-prick
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Definition of penny-prick in English:

penny-prick

noun ˌpɛnɪˈprɪk
rare, historical
  • A game in which something is thrown or shot at a penny or other coin (often on a stick) serving as a target.

Origin

Late Middle English; earliest use found in Maldon (Essex) Court Rolls. From penny + prick.

Definition of penny-prick in US English:

penny-prick

nounˌpɛnɪˈprɪk
rare, historical
  • A game in which something is thrown or shot at a penny or other coin (often on a stick) serving as a target.

Origin

Late Middle English; earliest use found in Maldon (Essex) Court Rolls. From penny + prick.

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