plestor

English

noun
Definitions
  • An open space in a village where fairs or markets were held; became village greens.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English *pleystow inherited from Old English pleġstōw (playground, a place for a play, wrestling-place, amphitheater, gymnasium).

Origin

Old English

pleġstōw

Gloss

playground, a place for a play, wrestling-place, amphitheater, gymnasium

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