caddis
English
noun
Definitions
- The larva of a caddis fly. They generally live in cylindrical cases, open at each end, and covered externally with debris.
- A rough woolen cloth; caddice.
- A kind of worsted lace or ribbon.
Etymology
Derived from Middle French cadis derived from Old French cadaz derived from Old Catalan cadirs.
Origin
Old Catalan
cadirs
Gloss
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Distribution of cognates by language
Geogrpahic distribution of cognates
Cognates and derived terms
- caddisworm English
- worm English
- cadaz Old French
- cadis Middle French
- cadirs Old Catalan