subs. (common).—1. A pointed question, an apt and startling comment or rejoinder, an embarrassing situation; a STUMPER (q.v.).
2. (anglers’).—A gaff.
3. (common).—A plodder.
4. (colloquial).—A lingering guest.
1712. ARBUTHNOT, The History of John Bull [ARBER, English Garner, vi.], s.v.
