Paille

Fr. Straw. Les soldats vont à la Paille , Fr. The soldiers are going to the forge yard or depot. This term is likewise used to signify the indulgence occasionally granted to soldiers for exercise or nece ary evacuations. Thus when a battalion has gone through its manual, . the commanding officer gives the word à la paille . Rompre la Paille avec quelqu’un , Fr. a figurative term, signifying to quarrel or fall out with any body, in an open and unreserved manner.