n (obsolete|except|_|UK|_|dialectal|by extension) A person used as an example, either positively or negatively; one who has become a byword for any remarkable quality.
n (obsolete|except|_|UK|_|dialectal) An accidental piece of good fortune; a wonderful stroke of luck or dexterity.
n (obsolete|except|_|UK|_|dialectal) A mischievous person (usually applied to youngsters); an awkward figure.