abrood

The story

1. Middle English · inherited fromabrod
2. English todayabrood

From Middle English abrod, equivalent to a- + brood.

First known use, by meaning

• Attested from around (1150 to 1350) until the late 19ᵗʰ century. Upon a brood; on a hatch.
• Attested from around (1150 to 1350) until the late 19ᵗʰ century. Mischief.
• Attested from around (1150 to 1350) until the late 19ᵗʰ century. Upon a brood; hatching eggs.
• Attested from around (1150 to 1350) until the late 19ᵗʰ century. Mischievous.