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Stew, Sty, and Steward.

Authors :
Sayers, William
Source :
Notes & Queries. Sep2013, Vol. 60 Issue 3, p373-376. 4p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The article discusses the etymology and usage of the related words stew, sty, and steward, particularly tracing their history in the "Oxford English Dictionary." It addresses differences in the words between verbs and nouns, derivation from Medieval French language, and the likelihood of a West Germanic origin.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00293970
Volume :
60
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Notes & Queries
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
90017845
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/notesj/gjt155