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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Thou hast a worthy tongue, my pretty springald," said he; "canst thou use thy sword as bravely?
From The Days of Bruce Vol 1 A Story from Scottish History by Grace Aguilar
Ah! and what then, nothing but my parks, my woods, and my forest-walks will suffice for the recreation of that young springald.
From William Shakespeare as he lived. An Historical Tale by Henry Curling
Let’s make this French springald drink King Harry’s health.
From The King's Esquires The Jewel of France by George Manville Fenn
“Here, Allstone, give me the key and I’ll soon bring the springald to reason.”
From In the King's Name The Cruise of the "Kestrel" by George Manville Fenn
The mate, Rob Blair from Garlieston, a dark, hook-nosed springald as strong as a horse, sat in the stern and steered, directing the men in whispers.
From Patsy by S. R. (Samuel Rutherford) Crockett
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