01 n. Brigands in bands, who, about 1793, pillaged, burned, and killed in parts of France; -- so called because they used to burn the feet of the…
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Brigands in bands, who, about 1793, pillaged, burned, and killed in parts of France; -- so called because they used to burn the feet of their victims to extort money.(F. Hist.)
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One who manages the running of an automobile or limousine; esp., the paid operator of a motor vehicle.