moist
The origin and history of moist.
Etymology
From Middle English moist, from Old French moiste, of uncertain further origin, possibly blending a Latin word for "mouldy" with one meaning "grape juice, must."
The origin and history of moist.
From Middle English moist, from Old French moiste, of uncertain further origin, possibly blending a Latin word for "mouldy" with one meaning "grape juice, must."
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