eft

Definition

A newt, especially a smooth newt (Lissotriton vulgaris, syn. Triturus punctatus), of Europe.

Etymology

From Middle English evete, from Old English efete, of unknown origin.

Example Sentences

• "Only these marishes and myrie bogs, / In which the fearefull ewftes do build their bowres, / Yeeld me an hostry mongst the croking frogs […]."
• "How did he like it when the live creatures Tickled and toused and browsed him all over, And worm, slug, eft, with serious features Came in, each one, for his right of trover?"