farthing loaf

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Middle English ferþyng-lof, ferþinglofe, equivalent to farthing + loaf.

Noun

farthing loaf (plural farthing loaves)

  1. (historical) A loaf (of bread) sold for a farthing.

Derived terms

  • Farthing Loaf Day
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