Essex lion
Essex lion
obsolete A calf. Essex was thought to yield the best calves in England. Sir, I'll bring you back the finest Essex lion you've ever seen. Your farm will flourish. You agreed to sell me an Essex lion, and I traveled a long way from my farm, so either produce the animal or give me my money back. Look at this lovely Essex lion! She'll grow up to be a fine cow, I'm sure.
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