English Explanatory Dictionary

sold again and got the money

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. Announced on having successfully deceived somebody.

Word forms

sold again and got the money

Etymology

Costermongers' slang, from the announcement that used to be made when goods were sold.

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