cater-cousin
cater-cousin · cater-cousins
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A thing which is closely associated with or related to another thingA thing which is closely associated with or related to another thing.
UK/ˈkeɪtəˌkʌz(ə)n/US/ˈkeɪtəɹˌkʌz(ə)n/
Meaning
2 senses(figuratively)A thing which is closely associated with or related to another thing.
(archaic)A person who, while not being a blood relation, is regarded as close enough to be called a cousin; a (very) close or good friend; a bosom friend.
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
Apparently from cater + cousin; further etymology uncertain. The following derivations ofApparently from cater + cousin; further etymology uncertain. The following derivations of the first element cater have been suggested:
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