We have found multiple words pawn. Choose the one you are looking for and click on the link in its Dictionary entry column to see its detailed etymology.
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| pawn | English | (Noun) (chess) The most common chess piece, or a similar piece in a similar game. In chess each side has eight; moves are only forward, and attacks are only forward diagonally or en passant.. [...](chess) The most common chess piece, or a similar piece in a similar game. In chess each side has eight; moves are only forward, and attacks are only forward diagonally or en passant.. [...] |
| pawn | English | (Verb Noun) To give as security on a loan of money; especially, to deposit (something) at a pawn shop.. To pledge; to stake or wager. (now, _, rare) An item given as security on a loan, or as a pledge.. [...]To give as security on a loan of money; especially, to deposit (something) at a pawn shop.. To pledge; to stake or wager. (now, _, rare) An item given as security on a loan, or as a pledge.. [...] |
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