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English word origin

Etymology of naval

From Middle English naval, from Middle French naval, from Latin nāvālis; equivalent to navy + -al.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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adj

Of or relating to a navy. · Of or relating to ships in general.

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From Middle English naval, from Middle French naval, from Latin nāvālis; equivalent to navy + -al.

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