loblolly boy
loblolly boy · loblolly boys
In 18th- and 19th-century warships, a non-professional assistant to the ship's surgeonIn 18th- and 19th-century warships, a non-professional (male) assistant to the ship's surgeon.
Meaning
1 senses(historical)In 18th- and 19th-century warships, a non-professional (male) assistant to the ship's surgeon.
Origin
From loblolly in the sense of gruel made with seaworthy ingredients.From loblolly in the sense of gruel made with seaworthy ingredients.
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Forms
plural: loblolly boys| Singular | loblolly boy |
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