Dick
A medieval diminutive of Richard, formed through sound changes influenced by Norman pronunciation conventions.
Meaning and origin
Dick originated in the Middle Ages as a nickname for Richard, developing through phonetic shifts in how the Norman R was pronounced by English speakers.
How to pronounce Dick
| English (US) | DIK /ˈdɪk/ |
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