Futchell

/ˈfʌtʃəl/ noun

Definition

An alternative spelling of futchel; a metalworking support or frame.

Etymology

Variant spelling of futchel, showing the inconsistent spelling conventions of Middle English before standardization.

Kelly Says

Futchell represents the chaos of medieval English spelling—the same word could be spelled five different ways in the same document, making it nearly impossible for modern readers to track technical vocabulary.

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