spannan

Old English

verb
Definitions
  • to span, clasp, fasten, attach, join, link
  • to join in matrimony; join in wedlock
  • to harness or yoke (oxen)

Etymology

Inherited from Proto-Germanic *spannaną (span, stretch).

Origin

Proto-Germanic

*spannaną

Gloss

span, stretch

Concept
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Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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