commoners
|com-mon-ers|
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/ˈkɑːmənərz/
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/ˈkɒmənəz/
(commoner)
ordinary person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'commoner' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'comun,' where 'comun' meant 'belonging to all.'
Historical Evolution
'comun' transformed into the Middle English word 'comunere,' and eventually became the modern English word 'commoner.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'belonging to all,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person not of noble rank.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is not of noble rank or birth.
In medieval times, commoners had limited rights compared to the nobility.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45