eft Meaning & Definition
What Does Eft Mean?
Eft is a noun that means A newt, especially a smooth newt (Lissotriton vulgaris, syn. Triturus punctatus), of Europe. As an adverb, it means Again; afterwards.
Eft: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɛft// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | efts |
Eft Definition (Noun)
- A newt, especially a smooth newt (Lissotriton vulgaris, syn. Triturus punctatus), of Europe.
Eft as an Adverb
- Again; afterwards
Noun
- A newt, especially the European smooth newt (Lissotriton vulgaris, syn. Triturus punctatus).
Synonyms of Eft
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Eft synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Eft
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Eft in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
eft (plural efts)
eft (not comparable)
Origin of Eft
Origin 1: From Middle English evete, from Old English efete, of unknown origin.
Origin 2: From Middle English eft, from Old English eft, æft, from Proto-West Germanic *afti, from Proto-Germanic *afti. Cognate with Old Saxon eft, aft, eht (“again, afterwards”), Middle Low German echt (“again, afterward”). Compare English after, aft.
Eft Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of eft is //ɛft//, spoken in 1 syllable.