spence

noun

ˈspen(t)s 

dialectal, chiefly British

: pantry

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French espence, spence, from Medieval Latin expensa victuals, from Late Latin, outlay, compulsory supply of food — more at expense entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Biographical Definition

Spence

biographical name

ˈspen(t)s 

A(ndrew) Michael 1943–     American economist