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Origin:
The word "mavis" has its origins in the Celtic languages, where it referred to a type of thrush bird. It was borrowed into Latin as "malvisius," and later into French as "mavis." The word eventually entered English in the 13th century.
In Old English, "mavis" was used specifically to refer to the Eurasian blackbird. However, over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include other types of songbirds, and it eventually became a general term for a young woman or girl.
Usage:
The word "mavis" is still used in some English-speaking countries, especially in poetry and literature. It is also used as a female given name.
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