wit
The origin and history of wit.
Etymology
From Old English witt, meaning mind or understanding, tracing back to an ancient root meaning "to know" — the same root behind "wise" and "wisdom."
The origin and history of wit.
From Old English witt, meaning mind or understanding, tracing back to an ancient root meaning "to know" — the same root behind "wise" and "wisdom."
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