alsatia
|al-sa-tia|
C1
/ælˈseɪʃə/
place of refuge
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alsatia' originates from the Latin word 'Alsatia', referring to the Alsace region, which was historically a place of refuge.
Historical Evolution
'Alsatia' was used in medieval English to describe a lawless area in London, eventually becoming a term for any place of refuge.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the Alsace region, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a place of refuge or lawlessness.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a place of refuge or sanctuary, often associated with lawlessness or disorder.
The old district was known as an alsatia for those escaping the law.
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Last updated: 2025/07/03 22:52