ladde

Middle English

/ˈlad(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • A (male) servant or hireling usually of a noble
  • A male commoner; a man with a low position in society.
  • A man of low morals or behaviour used derogatorily
  • Any man (without qualification); an adult male human being.
  • A lad or boy; a male human child including babies
  • (rare) A infantryman; a fighter who isn't mounted.

Etymology

Derived from Old Norse ladd (woolen stocking, hose, sock).

Origin

Old Norse

ladd

Gloss

woolen stocking, hose, sock

Concept
Semantic Field

Clothing and grooming

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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