v. ? Obs. [f. black beans, used instead of black balls in balloting.] = BLACKBALL v.
1796. The Flapper, 21 May, 128. I have not assurance enough to risk being black-beaned at Daly’s, rashness to fight a duel without provocation, or extravagance to lose more than I can afford at casino.
1829. T. C. Croker, Leg. Lakes, I. 94. Geoffry Lynch of Drummin, who was black beaned at the club-room.
1838. New Month. Mag., LIII. 122. To have ruined half a score of tailors, and half a hundred grisettes, does not black-bean, in the very best company.
