anlace en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈæn.lɪs/
Etymology
Possibly from Middle English anelas, from Old French alesnaz, from alesne (“awl”), from Frankish *alisnu, *alasnu (“awl”), related to Old High German alasna, Alemannic German Alesne, Alse (“awl”); compare also Old High German āla (“awl”).
Meanings
- (historical) A medieval long dagger.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| anelace | alternative | lexicographic | |
| anlaces | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
Translations (3)
it cinquedea (medieval long dagger) · fr anelace (medieval long dagger) · fro anelaz (medieval long dagger)