poxy
Britishadjective
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having or having had syphilis
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rotten; lousy
Example Sentences
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He liked Hayhead and Poxy Tym and Skittrick and the other new men well enough, but he missed his old friends.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
Maester Luwin sent Poxy Tym down to the kitchens, and they dined in the solar on cheese, capons, and brown oatbread.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
Poxy Tym wept inconsolably, and Beth Cassel cried with fear.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
"Joseth, saddle Smiler and a horse for yourself. Murch, Gariss, Poxy Tym, you'll come as well."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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