| E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898. |
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Lincoln, at one time, was noted for its green, Coventry for its blue, and Yorkshire for its grey. (See KENDAL GREEN.) | 1 |
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| “And girls in Lincoln green.” | |
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Falstaff speaks of Kendal Green (Westmoreland), 1 Hen. IV., ii. 4.) | 2 |
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| “Here be a sort of ragged knaves come in, |
| Clothed all in Kendale green.” | |
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