lopster

Middle English

/ˈlɔp(ə)stər/

noun
Definitions
  • A lobster or crayfish.

Etymology

Inherited from Old English loppestre (lobster, spider-like creature) affix from Middle English loppe (bough, spider, flea).

Origin

Middle English

loppe

Gloss

bough, spider, flea

Concept
Semantic Field

Animals

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