affying
|af-fy-ing|
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/əˈfaɪɪŋ/
(affy)
to pledge in marriage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'affy' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'affien', where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'fien' meant 'trust'.
Historical Evolution
'affien' transformed into the modern English word 'affy'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to trust or confide in someone', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'affy'.
She is affying her trust in him.
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Last updated: 2025/05/23 01:36