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Etymology · Old English

bæchūs

3 English words descend from Old English bæchūs, most common first.

BackusA surname from Middle English.
backhouseAn outbuilding behind the main building, or an annex attached to the rear of it; especially, a scullery or washhouse.
bakehouseA building or an apartment used for the preparing and baking of bread and other baked goods.