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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.

Andrew,

a name commonly used in old plays for a valet or man-servant. Probably a Merry Andrew is simply the mirth-making Andrew or domestic jester. (See MERRY ANDREW.)

Similarly, Abigail is used in old plays for a waiting gentlewoman. (See ABIGALL.)

And’rea Ferra’ra.

Andrew (An).

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