earlap

noun

ˈi(ə)rˌlap,
ˈiəˌ-

Word History

Etymology

Middle English erelappe, from Old English ēarlæppa, from ēar- (from ēare ear) + læppa lap

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of earlap was before the 12th century

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“Earlap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earlap. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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