A small or young animal, or a young apprentice or servant, especially in historical contexts.
From Old French 'colet,' possibly derived from 'col' (neck) or diminutive forms. The term appears in Middle English records as a term for young or subordinate persons.
In medieval times, a colet was essentially an apprentice learning a trade—the word reminds us that most historical people started their careers as young, low-status workers!
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