Old English edit

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Etymology edit

From earlier lādþēow, equivalent to lād (leading) +‎ þēow (servant). The original form appears on occasion. Compare Old Norse leiðtogi (guide).

Pronunciation edit

  • IPA(key): /ˈlɑːdˌte͜oːw/

Noun edit

lādtēow m

  1. leader
  2. guide
  3. general

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