blind tiger
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of blind tiger
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60; perhaps so called because exhibitions of natural curiosities served as fronts for such places
Example Sentences
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Blind Tiger Brewery recently released its first all-Kansas-made beer crafted with hops from Kansas Hop and barley from Kansas Malt Co.
From Washington Times
As for The Blind Tiger, the venue will be allowed to host live concerts going forward, say county health department officials, but only if it follows COVID-19 prevention rules.
From Washington Times
But The Blind Tiger seems to have opened its eyes to the hazards of its missteps last week.
From Washington Times
Someone posted a since-deleted photo of the event that clearly depicted a mostly maskless crowd in a packed room at the popular live music venue The Blind Tiger.
From Washington Times
He recalls as a child taking a blind tiger for walks and playing with two bear cubs.
From New York Times
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