1821. P. EGAN, Life in London.
Shell out the NONSENSE: half a quid | |
Will speak more truth than all your whid. |
2. (old).See quot.
1823. GROSE, A Classical Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue [EGAN], s.v. NONSENSE. Melting butter in a wig. Also, fastening the door with a boiled carrot.
3. (Eton College).A small division of the Third Form.