peó

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See also: peo, PEO, and pe'o

Catalan

Etymology

From Late Latin pedōnem, accusative of pedō (one who goes on foot), from pēs (foot). Cognate with Spanish peón, French pion, Italian pedone.

Pronunciation

Noun

peó m (plural peons, feminine peona)

  1. footsoldier, footman
    Synonym: peoner
  2. (chess) pawn

See also

Chess pieces in Catalan · peces d'escacs (layout · text)
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rei reina, dama torre alfil cavall peó

Further reading