Darsn't, used indiscriminately, either in singular or plural number,
for _dare not_, _dares not_, and _dared not_.
Deacon off, _to give the cue to_;
derived from a custom, once universal, but now extinct, in our New
England Congregational churches. An important part of the
office of deacon was to read aloud the hymns _given out_ by
the minister, one line at a time, the congregation singing
each line as soon as read.
Demmercrat, leadin', _one in favour of extending slavery_;
_a free-trade lecturer maintained in the custom-house_.
Desput, _desperate_.
Doos, _does_.
Doughface, _a contented lick-spittle_;
a common variety of Northern politician.
Dror, _draw_.
Du, _do_.
Dunno, dno, _do not_ or _does not know_.
Dut, _dirt_.