varlet

noun

var·​let ˈvär-lət How to pronounce varlet (audio)
1
b
: a knight's page
2
: a base unprincipled person : knave

Examples of varlet in a Sentence

challenged the dastardly varlet to a duel

Word History

Etymology

Middle English vadlet, valet, varlet "male servant, groom, knight's attendant," — more at valet entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of varlet was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near varlet

Cite this Entry

“Varlet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/varlet. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

varlet

noun
var·​let ˈvär-lət How to pronounce varlet (audio)
: a dishonest or tricky person
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