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Definition of Newgate knocker in English: Newgate knockernoun historical A lock of hair hanging down the cheek, twisted back from the temple towards the ear.
Origin Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Henry Mayhew (1812–1887), author and social reformer. Definition of Newgate knocker in US English: Newgate knockernoun historical A lock of hair hanging down the cheek, twisted back from the temple towards the ear.
Origin Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Henry Mayhew (1812–1887), author and social reformer. |