Steady etymology

English

English word steady comes from Proto-Indo-European *stísteh₂ti (To be standing up, to be getting up.), Proto-Indo-European *sth-, Old English (ca. 450-1100) steþ, Proto-Indo-European - -tis

Etymology of steady

Detailed word origin of steady

Dictionary entry Language Definition
*stísteh₂ti Proto-Indo-European (ine) To be standing up, to be getting up.
*sth- Proto-Indo-European (ine) to stand
steþ Old English (ca. 450-1100) (ang)
- -tis Proto-Indo-European (ine)
stæþþiġ Old English (ca. 450-1100) (ang)
*stéh₂tis Proto-Indo-European (ine) Standing, position.
*stadiz Proto-Germanic (gem-pro) Place, location.
stede Old English (ca. 450-1100) (ang) Place.
stidiʒ Middle English (1100-1500) (enm)
steady English (en) To stabilize something; to prevent from shaking. Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute.. Firm in standing or position; not tottering or shaking; fixed; firm.. Regular and even.. Slow.. Smooth and not bumpy or with obstructions. (informal) A prostitute's regular customer.. (informal) A regular [...]

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