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Dozen: 12 A collection of twelve things or units from Old French dozaine "a dozen, a number of twelve" in various usages, from doze (12c.) [2] Baker's dozen: 13 From the notion that a baker would include an extra item in a batch of twelve so as not to be accused of shortchanging a customer Half-dozen 6 Six of something Decade: 10
The Baker's Dozen, a poetry collection by George Edward Tait Topics referred to by the same term This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Baker's dozen .
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First published by Dick in 1883 as The Baker's Dozen, the rules have changed little since. The only exception is that, in Dick's description, the thirteen packets are dealt face down and only the top card is turned. Only when the exposed top cards are moved to the foundations or other depots, may the next card be turned over.
Nuggets center Nikola Jokić, Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown, Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama and Rangers slugger Adolis García headline the top 13 plays of the weekend.
A vantage loaf or vantage of bread is the thirteenth loaf of a baker's dozen, [1] a loaf of bread which is to the buyer's advantage, being in addition to the number ordered. [ 2 ] The 13th-century English law governing trade in bread and ale, known as the Assize of Bread and Ale , imposed severe punishment for short measure.
Former Los Angeles County District Attorney (1975–81) [9] and State Attorney General [10] (1983–91), John K. Van de Kamp (D) is a nephew of the baker's co-founders. Under the direction of Lawrence (Larry) Frank, the Frank and Van de Kamp families also founded Lawry's Restaurants and the Tam O'Shanter Inn.
Welcome to Baker's Dozen, our weekly column featuring the top 13 highlights of the weekend (Friday-Sunday). Roll the tape!!! 13. Kelly Smith saves the day!