sir-reverence

noun

1
obsolete
used as an expression of apology before a statement that might be taken as offensive
2
obsolete : human feces
also : a lump of human feces

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of save-reverence, translation of Medieval Latin salva reverentia with all respect, literally, saving (your) reverence

First Known Use

1575, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sir-reverence was in 1575

Dictionary Entries Near sir-reverence

Cite this Entry

“Sir-reverence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sir-reverence. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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