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1868. BREWER, Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, s.v. CUP TOSSER: a juggler (French joueur de gobelet). The old symbol for a juggler was a goblet. The phrase and symbol are derived from the practice of jugglers who toss in the air, twist on a stick, and play all sorts of tricks with goblets or cups.
