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Definition of "clouts" []

  • Plural form of clout. (noun)

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Use "clouts" in a sentence
  • "For behind any wish of theirs was power to enforce that wish, power that hurt, power that expressed itself in clouts and clubs, in flying stones and stinging lashes of whips."
  • "Breech-clouts, lava-lavas, and bare legs were not tolerated."
  • "Nevertheless, the fact that my lady looked on added zest to my enterprise, and, doubtlessly, speed and weight to my blows, and at least half a dozen additional clouts to the unlucky sailor."
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