fotman

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Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From fot (foot) +‎ man (man).

Pronunciation

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Noun

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fotman (plural fotmen)

  1. A footman; a fighter who battles without a horse.
  2. One who journeys or voyages on foot.
  3. A hireling or messenger who travels on foot.
  4. (rare) A melee fighter; one who fights without ranged weapons.

Descendants

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  • English: footman

References

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