Question

meaning of the word 'though' in the stanza - though to distinguish beast of prey , a novice might nonplus, the crocodile you always may Tell from thus : Hyenas come with merry smiles; but if they weep they are crocodiles. ​

Answer 1

Answer:

And if there should to you advance A large and tawny beast, If he ... Though to distinguish beasts of prey A novice might nonplus, ... Hyenas come with merry smiles;