eft

1 of 2

noun

: newt
especially : the terrestrial phase of a predominantly aquatic newt

EFT

2 of 2

abbreviation

variants or EFTS
electronic funds transfer (system)

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English evete, ewte, from Old English efete

First Known Use

Noun

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eft was before the 12th century

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Cite this Entry

“Eft.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eft. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

eft

noun
: newt

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