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arch doxy

idiom
Meaning

The head of a gang of female canters or gypsies.


Examples
SIMPLE

The arch doxy leads the group of travelers.

CONTEXTUAL

The local authorities kept a close watch on the camp, knowing the arch doxy held absolute authority over her followers.

COMPLEX

Within the hidden hierarchy of the vagrant community, the arch doxy commanded such profound respect that no significant decision was ever made without her explicit approval.

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