wynn
a character (ƿ) representing the sound (w) in Old English and early Middle English manuscripts, based on a rune with the same phonetic value.
Origin of wynn
1- Also wen.
Other definitions for Wynn (2 of 2)
Ed Isaiah Edwin Leopold, 1886–1966, U.S. comedian.
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How to use wynn in a sentence
Sam Holt was secretly somewhat disquieted, and watched narrowly for the cedars which denoted the Wynns' land.
Cedar Creek | Elizabeth Hely WalsheMrs. Zack and Almeria in rainbow garments; the Davidsons in sensible homespun; the Wynns in old-country garb, were prominent.
Cedar Creek | Elizabeth Hely WalsheSomething about these young Wynns had attracted his regard, and perhaps a touch of compassion.
Cedar Creek | Elizabeth Hely WalsheA day or two afterwards, Zack's son, Nimrod, made his appearance at the Wynns' shanty.
Cedar Creek | Elizabeth Hely WalsheThe Wynns kept up a sort of correspondence with the old tenantry, who loved them much.
Cedar Creek | Elizabeth Hely Walshe
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