kist

noun

chiefly Scotland and South Africa

Word History

Etymology

Middle English kiste, from Old Norse kista, ultimately from Latin cista — more at chest

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kist was in the 14th century

Dictionary Entries Near kist

Cite this Entry

“Kist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kist. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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