pantofle

noun

pan·​to·​fle pan-ˈtō-fəl How to pronounce pantofle (audio)
-ˈtä-,
-ˈtü-;
ˈpan-tə-fəl How to pronounce pantofle (audio)

Word History

Etymology

Middle English (Scots) pantuifil, from Middle French pantoufle

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pantofle was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near pantofle

Cite this Entry

“Pantofle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pantofle. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.

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