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In the nursery rhyme "Nick Nack Paddy Whack," the term "Devon" refers to a type of sausage made in Devon, England. The line "Give the dog a bone" is often associated with this rhyme, suggesting that the dog is being given a treat, possibly a piece of the Devon sausage. The rhyme is a playful and nonsensical chant that has been passed down through generations.

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