stand fast the Holy Ghost
Meanings
intj
- A sailor's cry in response to the announcement of up spirits (the handing out of the daily rum ration).
Word forms
Etymology
A punning retort to up spirits, since to stand fast is not to rise up, and spirit may refer to alcohol or to a ghost.
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