wight


2wight

adj

Definition of WIGHT

archaic

Origin of WIGHT

Middle English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse vīgr skilled in fighting (neuter vīgt); akin to Old English wīgan to fight — more at victor
First Known Use: 13th century

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