Fenowed
//ˈfɛnoʊd// adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Decayed; mouldy. obsolete
- 2 Corrupted. figuratively, obsolete
"In a word, it [Scripture] is a Panary of holeſome foode, againſt fenowed traditions; […]"
Example
More examples"In a word, it [Scripture] is a Panary of holeſome foode, againſt fenowed traditions; […]"
Etymology
From Middle English yvyned, past participle of Middle English vynye (“to be mouldy”), from Old English fynegian (“to become mouldy”), from fyniġ (“mouldy, musty”). Akin to Old English fyne (“moisture, mildew”).
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