daisy-kicker
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Meaning · English
An ostler at a large inn.
Register: slang
Examples
Do you observe that stout fellow yonder, with a stick in his hand? He has been a Daisy-kicker, and, by his arts and contrivances having saved a little money, is now a regular dealer, and may generally be seen here on selling days.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “daisy-kicker” mean?
An ostler at a large inn.
Is “daisy-kicker” formal or informal?
daisy-kicker is generally slang.