CHILDE

Etymology

Noun

childe

A child of noble birth.

The cognomen given to the oldest son prior to his taking his father's title.

Anagrams

• chelid, chield

Source: Wiktionary


Childe, n.

Definition: A cognomen formerly prefixed to his name by the oldest son, until he succeeded to his ancestral titles, or was knighted; as, Childe Roland.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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