How Do You Spell STOLED?

Pronunciation: [stˈə͡ʊld] (IPA)

The spelling of the word "stoled" can be confusing for many English learners. The correct way to pronounce it is /stoʊld/ with a long "o" sound and a silent "e" at the end. This word is often mistakenly spelled as "stold," which is incorrect. "Stoled" is the past tense of the verb "to stole," which means "to take something without permission." It's important to practice the correct spelling and pronunciation of this word to avoid confusion and errors in written and spoken English.

STOLED Meaning and Definition

  1. Wearing a stole or long robe; groom of the stole, in the court of a sovereign, the first lord of the bedchamber, whose original duty was to put the king's shirt on in the morning.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of STOLED

The etymology of the word "stoled" can be traced back to the Old English word "stolean", which means "to robe" or "to dress in a stole". It is derived from the Latin word "stola", which refers to a long, loose outer garment usually worn by women in ancient Rome. Over time, the word "stolean" transformed into "stoled" in Middle English, and it continues to be used in the context of ecclesiastical robes or vestments worn by clergy or ministers during religious ceremonies.

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