Aunt Sally English

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Aunt Sally properNoun

— A traditional game in which balls are thrown to break the pipe in the mouth of a figurine resembling an old woman. [from 19th c.]

— (chiefly, UK) A figure drawing criticism or ridicule, especially when prejudiced or unwarranted. [from 19th c.]

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You'll be thankful if they slip a waterproof sheet. - around that Aunt Sally of a carcass of yours.