Solved by Derek Lowel on 18 Mar 2023

Overnight portmanteau

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The solution for the clue "Overnight portmanteau" in word puzzles and crosswords has 5 letters.

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Solution for "Overnight portmanteau"

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  • Mike (M)
  • Oscar (O)
  • Tango (T)
  • Echo (E)
  • Lima (L)

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Funny etymological tidbits on Overnight, Portmanteau

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Overnight

The term "overnight" originated from the Old English "on eorht" meaning "on the right", possibly used to describe the right side of a battle. Over time, it evolved to describe a period of rest or sleep, possibly due to the sounds of clashing steel echoing through the night.

Portmanteau

The word "portmanteau" comes from the French phrase "porthemauté," referring to the portmanteau of two words, often used in nautical contexts. The term was popularized by British writer Lewis Carroll in his 1871 novel "Through the Looking-Glass."

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