Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

alestake

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: alestake
IPA

12

Scrabble Score

8

Letters

1

Syllables

6

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A stake or pole serving as a sign at an alehouse or inn, often with a garland or "bush" attached.

Etymology

From ale + stake.

Inflected Forms

alestakes (plural) ale-stake (alternative) ale stake (alternative)

Synonyms

alepole ale post

Questions

What does alestake mean?: A stake or pole serving as a sign at an alehouse or inn, often with a garland or "bush" attached.
Where does alestake come from?: From ale + stake.

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