English Explanatory Dictionary

Newgate fringe

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A beard under the chin and jaw.

Word forms

Newgate fringe Newgate fringes

Etymology

From Newgate, the site of a prison in London; named after its appearance, like a hangman's noose around the neck.

Synonyms

Newgate collar Newgate frill neckbeard
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