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exon
CIDE DICTIONARY
exon, n. [NL., from E. Exe (Celt. uisge water) the name of a river.].
A native or inhabitant of Exeter, in England. [1913 Webster]
exon, n. [F. expect an under officer.].
An officer of the Yeomen of the Guard; an Exempt. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
exon, n. Brit. each of the four officers acting as commanders of the Yeomen of the Guard.
Etymology
repr. F pronunc. of EXEMPT
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