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English word origin

Etymology of bivvy

From bivouac + -y.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
verb

To erect, or to stay in, such a tent or shelter.

noun

A small tent or shelter.

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

From bivouac + -y.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
noun

Beer.

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

Perhaps related to beverage.

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