barbe
[bahrb]
- a band or small scarf of lace, worn around the head or neck by women.
- barb1(def 8).
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Origin of barbe
see origin at barb1
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Barbe was not only compassionate, but ready to answer all the questions in her power.
Two Penniless PrincessesCharlotte M. Yonge
The Island of Saint Barbe was passed on the morning of the last date.
Kathay: A Cruise in the China SeasW. Hastings Macaulay
It was the more freely paternal because Barbe approved of what he was undertaking.
The Dust FlowerBasil King
Barbe suppressed his manliness, because she herself was so imperious.
The Dust FlowerBasil King
If there was no Barbe in the world he could have taken Letty as the mate his soul was longing for.
The Dust FlowerBasil King