long dozen

noun

1. a dozen plus one; thirteen; baker's dozen.

Word History and Origins

Origin of long dozen¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Alva looked at her for a long dozen of seconds and then her lips curved slightly.

From Project Gutenberg

When he first bound himself by the oath not to exceed the long dozen, such was his vigor, that the effects of thirteen tumblers could scarcely be perceived on him.

From Project Gutenberg