Publisher's Synopsis
Excerpt from Glossary of Northamptonshire Words and Phrases, With Examples of Their Colloquial Use, and Illustrations From Various Authors, Vol. 2: To Which Are Added, the Customs of the County
Madam. A designation formerly given by courtesy to elderly untitled ladies of the aristocracy; now growing obsolete. It is sometimes used as a word of reproach, or threat, particularly to children. You'll catch it, madam, if you do so; or, I'll give it you, madam, if you don't do as you're bid.
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