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An APE's an ape, a varlet's a varlet, though they be clad in silk or scarlet
A varlet was formerly a menial servant, but the word also took on the sense of ‘scoundrel’ or ‘rogue’. Scarlet was the colour of the official or ceremonial dress of various dignitaries, including judges. Cf. LUCIAN
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