"
my etymology.com

Etymology of the English word wear

the English word wear
derived from the Proto-Germanic root *wazjanan
derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *wes-

Derivations in English

activewear, beachwear, bodywear, daywear, eyewear, formalwear, knitwear, leisurewear, loungewear, nightwear, outerwear, outwear, overwear, overwore, overworn, playwear, rainwear, skiwear, sleepwear, sportswear, swimwear, wearable, wearing, wearproof, footwear, menswear, womenswear, forworn, weared

Usage

Word found in Modern English



Comments

No comments yet

Post a comment

*Name:
Email:
*Text:

Completeness rating

50 out of 100

Share and enjoy


© 2008 myetymology.com - the etymology of all words