varlet

noun

var·let ˈvär-lət

: attendant, menial

: a knight's page

: a base unprincipled person : knave

challenged the dastardly varlet to a duel

Etymology

Middle English vadlet, valet, varlet "male servant, groom, knight's attendant," — more at valet entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of varlet was in the 15th century

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“Varlet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/varlet. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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varlet

noun

var·let ˈvär-lət

: a dishonest or tricky person

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