springald
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of springald
1400–50; late Middle English, alteration (by dissimilation) of *springard leaper, jumper. See spring, -ard
Example Sentences
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This mighty horseman was carried by his steed as lightly as the young springald by his Andalusian hackney.
From Burlesques by Thackeray, William Makepeace
Peace, Adam Woodcock," said Wingate, waving his hand; "I prithee, peace man—Now, my Lady liking this springald, as aforesaid, differs therein from my Lord, who loves never a bone in his skin.
From The Abbot by Scott, Walter, Sir
Thou art a hopeful young springald," said he, "and I see right well old Yorkshire had reason in his caution.
From The Abbot by Scott, Walter, Sir
He sprang aloof as springald from detested school, Or ocean-rover from protected port.
From Poems by Hugo, Victor
Had she, after all, made so little impression on this springald despite her tacit encouragement of him!
From The Song of the Wolf by Mayer, Frank
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