Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun A boy who cleans shoes.
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Examples
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When we express a dislike to the shoeboy reading his newspaper, I apprehend we do so because we fear that the shoeboy is coming near our own heels.
North America 1862
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When we express a dislike to the shoeboy reading his newspaper, I apprehend we do so because we fear that the shoeboy is coming near our own heels.
North America — Volume 1 Anthony Trollope 1848
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“I asked that little shoeboy three times,” said Mr. Henchy, “would he send up a dozen of stout.
Dubliners 2003
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“I asked the little shoeboy, but he said: ‘Oh, now, Mr. Henchy, when I see work going on properly I won’t forget you, you may be sure.’
Dubliners 2003
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"I asked that little shoeboy three times," said Mr. Henchy, "would he send up a dozen of stout.
Dubliners James Joyce 1911
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"I asked the little shoeboy, but he said: 'Oh, now, Mr. Henchy, when I see work going on properly I won't forget you, you may be sure.'
Dubliners James Joyce 1911
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