Etymology

Toby frill

Today it means: A pleated turndown collar formerly worn by women and children. Full definition →

First used 19th c.
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The story

So called because it was worn by Toby, the dog in the Punch and Judy show.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 19th c. A pleated turndown collar formerly worn by women and children.

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