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1. distaff

noun. the sphere of work by women.

Etymology

  • distaf (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • distæf (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

2. distaff

adjective. characteristic of or peculiar to a woman.

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  • distaf (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • distæf (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

3. distaff

noun. the staff on which wool or flax is wound before spinning.

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Etymology

  • distaf (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • distæf (Old English (ca. 450-1100))