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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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†TORRIE-RORRIE, n. A slang or jocular term for some kind of alcoholic drink.Edb. 1783 W. Creech Fugitive Pieces (1815) 57:
Half and half, bitters, chearers, doctor, torrie rorries, &c. &c. &c.