abraham-man Meaning, Definition & Usage
A"bra*ham-man`, A"bram-man` noun
(Also<
- Abraham-man
- Abram-man
)
Etymology
Possibly in allusion to the parable of the beggar Lazarus in Luke xvi. Murray (New Eng. Dict. ).Definitions
One of a set of vagabonds who formerly roamed through England, feigning lunacy for the sake of obtaining alms. Nares. Goldsmith.
