as yours constrains a man to bow in the hams.

Romeo. Meaning, to curtsy.

Mercutio. Thou hast most [kindly] hit it.

Romeo. A most courteous exposition.

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Mercutio. Nay, I am the very pink of courtesy.

Romeo. Pink for flower.

Mercutio. Right.

Romeo. Why, then is [my pump] well flowered.

Mercutio. Well said; follow me this jest now till