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jan 1, 1048 - buef

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This word developed as the accusative case disappeared in the Gaulish variety of Vulgar Latin. The 'v' sound lost its voicing and became a 'f' in this case.

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From PIE to modern English, an etymological journey of one word into two

ByAnna Nilsen

25 Feb 2025

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Date:

jan 1, 1048

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~ 979 years ago

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