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Though the precise origin of the noun gigolo (zhi-go-lo) is obscure, it probably derives from the verb gigotter "to kick about," the adjective gigotté "strong sinewed'' and the noun gigots "legs," or "shanks...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: FRANCE: Gigolos Licensed | 10/29/1928 | See Source »

Particularly gigotté and appetizing was a gigolo who recently invited a bejeweled Manhattan matron, one Mrs. Josephine Neumann, 55, to ride with him in the forest of St. Germain-en-Laye. The gigolo said he had sold an automobile to Mr. Neumann. Perhaps Mrs. Neumann also would like to purchase an automobile. Together they drove to St. Germain. Then in a solitary, romantic spot the gigolo suddenly stopped the car. But he made no romantic overtures. Instead, he brusquely demanded all her jewels and money. Mrs. Neumann refused. The gigolo grasped her throat, snatched her rings and pocketbook, tore...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: FRANCE: Gigolos Licensed | 10/29/1928 | See Source »

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