Where does “demy” come from?
Demy comes from Latin demi-socii, meaning half-partners or associates of inferior status.
demy (English): A printing paper size, 17½ inches by 22½ inches;...
Definitions
- A printing paper size, 17½ inches by 22½ inches;...
Ancestry of “demy”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Latin | demi-socii | half-fellows |