"ruffmans" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From rough + -mans. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|rough|mans}} rough + -mans Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} ruffmans (uncountable)
  1. (obsolete, UK, thieves' cant) Woods, hedges or bushes. Tags: UK, obsolete, uncountable Synonyms: ruffemans

Alternative forms

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