king's evil

noun

often capitalized K&E

Word History

Etymology

from the former belief that it could be healed by a king's touch

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of king's evil was in the 14th century

Dictionary Entries Near king's evil

Cite this Entry

“King's evil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/king%27s%20evil. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

king's evil

noun
often capitalized K&E

More from Merriam-Webster on king's evil

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!