English word origin

Etymology of prem

From Premier League.

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Source etymology 1

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noun

The Premier League.

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

From Premier League.

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Source etymology 2

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noun

A prematurely born infant.

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

Shortening of premature.

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Source etymology 3

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noun

Premises, usually in the term off-prem and on-prem.

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

Shortening of premises.

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