Etymology of the English word custody
the English word
custodyderived from the Latin word
custodia (protection, safe-keeping, defense; watch, guard, picket)
derived from the Latin word
custos (guard; sentry, watch; jailer, warden; poll watcher)
Date
The earliest known usage of custody in English dates from the 15th century.
Derivations in English
custodianUsage
Word found in Modern English
