Waterloo etymology

English

English word Waterloo comes from Middle Dutch loo, Middle Dutch water (Water.)

Etymology of Waterloo

Detailed word origin of Waterloo

Dictionary entry Language Definition
loo Middle Dutch (dum)
water Middle Dutch (dum) Water.
Waterloo English (en) A battle fought at Waterloo, Belgium on June 18, 1815, resulting in the epic, final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte.. A district and large railway terminus in central London, England.. The name of any of several villages, towns, and cities around the world.. A city in Illinois, USA, and the county seat of Monroe County.. A city in Iowa, USA, and the county seat of Black Hawk County.. A village [...]