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Definition of Carfaxes
1. carfax [n] - See also: carfax
Lexicographical Neighbors of Carfaxes
Literary usage of Carfaxes
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Belgravia by Mary Elizabeth Braddon (1873)
"I believe Mr. Barber erred in ignorance, not knowing that toco Miss carfaxes were
named Maud; but he is no longer my medical attendant. ..."
2. An Introduction to English Economic History and Theory by William James Ashley (1906)
"... carfaxes,—or at church corners. The craftsmen of the town were subject to
similar restrictions: each industry and trade had its own row or street in ..."
3. An Introduction to English Economics History and Theory by William James Ashley (1893)
"40 The market-stead was frequently an open place, at crossroads,—often known as
carfaxes,—or at church corners. The craftsmen of the town were subject to ..."
4. The Sundering Flood by William Morris (1897)
"... and that we issue out of our quarter and fall upon the others, and make a good
space clear of foes of the streets and carfaxes that march unto your ..."
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