Frankish
|Frank-ish|
/ˈfræŋkɪʃ/
Relating to the Franks
Etymology
'Frankish' originates from the Old English word 'Francisc,' which referred to the people of the Frankish tribes.
'Francisc' transformed into the Middle English word 'Frankissh,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Frankish.'
Initially, it referred specifically to the people of the Frankish tribes, but over time it evolved to include anything related to the Franks.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the language or dialect spoken by the Franks.
Frankish was spoken in parts of Europe during the early Middle Ages.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
relating to the Franks, a Germanic people who lived in the region that is now France and Germany during the early Middle Ages.
The Frankish empire was one of the most powerful in medieval Europe.
Synonyms
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