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tallywoman

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A woman who conducts the tally trade.
  2. A woman who cohabits (with someone) outside of marriage.
    archaic, informal, regional
  3. A female counting agent.
    Ireland

Examples

“It is used in Yorkshire, Lancashire, Cheshire, and, I dare say⟳, various other counties. A tally-woman is the mistress of a married man, who is said to live⟳ tally with her.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

talma Talmadge Talmage Talmalmo talmessite talmid

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