alestake en · NOUN
Etymology
From ale + stake.
Meanings
- (historical) A stake or pole serving as a sign at an alehouse or inn, often with a garland or "bush" attached.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| alestakes | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| ale-stake | alternative | lexicographic | |
| ale stake | alternative | lexicographic |