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pogey (iou)



pogey noun. N. Amer. slang (now chiefly Hist.). L19.
[Origin. unkn. Cf. POKEY noun1.]
A hostel for the needy or disabled; a local relief centre or welfare office. L19.
Relief given to the needy from national or local funds; unemployment benefit. M20.