Etymology
Jun 17thAsked by agus
yeoman
ˈjəʊmən
The word 'yeoman' has a complex etymology. It comes from the Old English term 'ġēongman', which is a combination of 'ġēong' meaning 'young' and 'man' meaning 'man'. In medieval England, a yeoman was originally a servant in a noble household, often a young man in training for knighthood. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to a freeborn commoner who owned and cultivated his own land. The term 'yeoman' was also used in military contexts to denote a rank between a squire and a gentleman. The word has been in use since the Middle Ages and has retained its general sense of a respectable, independent landowner.
Example of usage:
The yeoman was known for his skill in archery and his loyalty to the lord of the manor.
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