English word apron comes from Old French (842-ca. 1400) nappe (tablecloth), which is a diminutive form of Latin nappa (napkin). The initial "n" was lost because, when preceded by the indefinite article, the word was perceived to be "an apron" instead of "a napron"
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| nappa | Latin (lat) | |
| nappe | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | |
| nappe | French (fr) | Layer (of gas, oil etc.); sheet (of water). Ribbon cable. Tablecloth. |
| napperon | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | |
| napron | English (en) | |
| apron | English (en) | (pinball) A large decal toward the bottom of a pinball table.. A hard surface bordering a structure or area.. A removable cover for the passangers' feet and legs in an open horse carriage.. An article of clothing worn over the front of the torso and/or legs for protection from spills.. The cap of a cannon; a piece of lead laid over the vent to keep the priming dry.. The loading, parking or [...] |