cilbost

Welsh

Etymology

From cil (“corner”) +‎ post (“post”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈkɪlbɔst/

Noun

cilbost m (plural cilbyst)

  1. doorpost, doorjamb, sidepost
    Synonym: ystlysbost
  2. gatepost
    Synonyms: postyn gât, post iet

Mutation
Welsh mutation
radical soft nasal aspirate
cilbost gilbost nghilbost chilbost
Note: Some of these forms may be hypothetical. Not every possible mutated form of every word actually occurs.

References
  • R. J. Thomas, G. A. Bevan, P. J. Donovan, A. Hawke et al., editors (1950–present), “cilbost”, in Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru Online (in Welsh), University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh & Celtic Studies
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