severy

[ sev-uh-ree ]

noun

, plural sev·er·ies.

1. (in a vaulted structure) one bay between two principal transverse arches.

Word History and Origins

Origin of severy¹

1350–1400; Middle English < Anglo-French *civorie, Old French civoire < Latin cibōrium ciborium

Example Sentences

Take care of Severy, I had rather he did not go to Lewes: a set of drunken dragoons.

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I wish the change of air may be of service to Severy the father, but we do not at all like his present state of health.

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Desire our Friend De Severy to write detail to me on the subject of the journey.

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Severy is on horseback, with his dragoons: his poor father is dangerously ill.

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We are exceedingly sorry to hear by Mrs. Moss, that M. de Severy is ill.

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