Earl of Dorset Similes. Frank J. Wilstach, comp. 1916. A Dictionary of Similes

Frank J. Wilstach, comp. A Dictionary of Similes. 1916.

Earl of Dorset


Backward, like a witch’s prayers.	1
Deep conceits, like maggots, breed in carrion.	2
Wit, like fierce-claret, when’t begins to pall, Neglected lies, as ’f of no use at all; But, in its full perfection of decay, Turns vinegar, and comes again in play.	3