non-steed
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/nɑn-stid/
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/nɒn-stiːd/
not a horse
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-steed' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'steed,' which refers to a horse, especially one used in war or battle.
Historical Evolution
'non-steed' is a modern English term combining 'non-' and 'steed' to describe something that is not a horse.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not a horse,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a creature or entity that is not a horse or steed.
The mythical creature was a non-steed, unlike any horse seen before.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 07:25