The sum or value of seven pence, esp. in British currency before decimalization. Also in †to stand sevenpence: to serve a penal sentence of seven…
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| 释义 | society > authority > punishment > imprisonment > [noun] > transportation > term of > for seven years (2) sevenpence1821 The sum or value of seven pence, esp. in British currency before decimalization. Also in †to stand sevenpence: to serve a penal sentence of seven… seven-pennyworth1823 Originally (cant and Criminals' slang): transportation to a penal colony for seven years, or a sentence of this. Later also (Military): a punishment… |
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