GLOVES
\ɡlˈʌvz], \ɡlˈʌvz], \ɡ_l_ˈʌ_v_z]\
Definitions of GLOVES
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It was an ancient custom on a maiden assize, when there was no offenderto be tried, for the sheriff to present the judge with a pair of white gloves. It is animmemorial custom to remove the glove from the right hand on taking oath. Wharton.
By Henry Campbell Black
