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Word History
Etymology
Middle English sprenge, springe; akin to Old English springan to spring
First Known Use
13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of springe was
in the 13th century
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“Springe.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/springe. Accessed 27 Mar. 2023.
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