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- Reynold



[Reynold 词源字典] - masc. proper name, from Old French Reinald (Modern French Renaut, Latinized as Reginaldus), a popular name among the Normans, from Old High German Reginald, the first element related to reckon, the second to Old English wealdan "to rule" (see wield). Related: Reynolds.[Reynold etymology, Reynold origin, 英语词源]
- ticky-tacky (n.)




- "inferior, cheap material," 1962 (in song "Little Boxes" by U.S. political folk-singer Malvina Reynolds, 1900-1978), reduplication of tacky. As an adjective by 1967.
- abstrusity




- "An obscure or esoteric point or question; something that is abstruse", Mid 17th cent.; earliest use found in Henry Reynolds (fl. 1628–1632), poet. From abstruse + -ity.
- new broom (1)




- "A person who or thing which effects fundamental or numerous alterations; especially a newly appointed person who vigorously sets about making changes in personnel, procedures, etc", Late 18th cent.; earliest use found in Frederick Reynolds (1764–1841), playwright. From new + broom, with allusion to the proverb new brooms sweep clean.
- large-heartedness




- "Magnanimity, generosity", Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Edward Reynolds (1599–1676), bishop of Norwich.