He speaks Bear-garden. <small> That is, such rude and unciv… - John Ray

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He speaks Bear-garden.
<small> That is, such rude and uncivil, or sordid and dirty language, as the rabble that frequent those sports, are wont to use.</small>

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John Ray (29 November 1627 – 17 January 1705) was an English naturalist, sometimes referred to as the father of English natural history.

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Alternative Names: John Wray • Ray • Raius • Raii • Joannes Raius • Johannes Raius

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