spright

Definitions


[], (Noun)

Definitions:
- A type of stout wooden arrow or bolt used in naval warfare, designed to pierce the timbers of a ship when fired from a musket.


Phrases:

Origin:
early 17th century; earliest use found in Francis Bacon (1561–1626), lord chancellor, politician, and philosopher. Origin unknown. Perhaps a specific (metaphorical) use of sprite, or perhaps compare sprit


[], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- Sprightly; lively, vigorous.


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 17th century; earliest use found in 2nd Earl of Monmouth (1596–1661), translator. Back-formation from sprightly




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