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English word origin

Etymology of bant

Back-formation from banting.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
verb

To regulate what one eats according to the precepts of William Banting; to go on a diet.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Back-formation from banting.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
noun

Clipping of banter.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of banter.

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