First Known Use: 15th century
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skep
noun \ˈskep\
Definition of SKEP
: hive 1; especially : a domed hive made of twisted straw
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Origin of SKEP
Middle English skeppe basket, beehive, from Old English sceppe basket, from Old Norse skeppa bushel; akin to Old High German sceffil bushel, scaf tub
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