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Armbruster

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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage German

Meaning & History

Means "crossbow maker" from German armbrust "crossbow". The word armbrust was originally from Latin arcuballista meaning "bow ballista", but was modified under the influence of German arm "arm" and brust "breast".

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Rootarmbrust
VariantArmbrüster
Same SpellingArmbrüster

Categories

body parts, craftsmanship, weapons
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Entry updated August 26, 2016

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