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   Kickshaws , n.; pl. Kickshawses  [Corrupt. fr. F. quelque chose something, fr. L. qualis of what kind (akin to E. which) + suffix -guam + causa cause, in LL., a thing. See Which, and Cause.]
   Something fantastical; any trifling, trumpery thing; a toy.
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   Art thou good at these kickshawses!
   Shak.
   
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   A fancy dish; a tidbit; a delicacy.
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   Some pigeons, . . . a joint of mutton, and any pretty little tiny kickshaws.
   Shak.
   
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   Cressy was lost by kickshaws and soup-maigre.
   Fenton.
   
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