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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Bib’ulus.
 
Colleague of Julius Cæsar, a mere cipher in office, whence his name has become proverbial for one in office who is a mere fainéant.   1
 


 Bibliomancy.Biceps. 

 
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