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ETYMOLOGY Meaning: "facts of the origin and development of a word," from Old French etimologie, ethimologie (14c., Modern… See definitions of etymology.

www.etymonline.com

The online etymology dictionary is the internet's go-to source for quick and reliable accounts of the origin and history of English words, phrases, and idioms. It is professional enough to satisfy academic standards, but accessible enough to be used by anyone. The site has become a favorite resource of teachers of reading, spelling, and English as a second language.