English word origin

Etymology of lino

Clipping of linoleum, probably influenced by -o (“diminutive suffix”).

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Source etymology 1

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noun

Clipping of linoleum.

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

Clipping of linoleum, probably influenced by -o (“diminutive suffix”).

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Source etymology 2

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noun

Abbreviation of linesman.

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

Contraction of linesman + -o (“diminutive suffix”).

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