Etymology:
Meaning:
Betrothal, engagement; a mutual promise or agreement to marry.
Origin:
The word "affiance" traces its roots back to the ancient Indo-European language family. It is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *bheidh-, which conveys the idea of "binding" or "persuading." This root gave rise to various words in different Indo-European languages that relate to the concept of trust and commitment.
In Latin, the word "affidare" emerged from this root, meaning "to trust" or "to confide in." It was often used in contexts related to making promises or entering into agreements.
During the Middle Ages, in Old French, the verb afiancier evolved from Latin affidare. It specifically meant "to betroth" or "to engage to be married." This usage suggests the transition from a general sense of trust and commitment to a specific context of marriage promises.
The word "affiance" was subsequently adopted into English from Old French. It has been used in English since the late 14th century to refer to the formal state or act of entering into an engagement or betrothal, and to the mutual promise or agreement that binds the parties involved.
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