Hariffe

/ˈhɛrɪf/ noun

Definition

A term of uncertain meaning, possibly archaic or dialectal, with roots in regional or historical vocabulary.

Etymology

Origin uncertain; possibly from Arabic or Turkish origin given proximity to other Ottoman-era words, but documentation is sparse.

Kelly Says

Hariffe appears in only a few historical texts, making it a perfect example of 'ghost words'—terms linguists know existed but can't fully trace—which comprise about 1% of historical dictionaries.

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