How Do You Spell HANAPER?

Pronunciation: [hˈane͡ɪpə] (IPA)

Hanaper (hænəpər) is an archaic word used to describe a small wicker basket used to store or carry small items, usually treasures. The word has been derived from the French word "hanapier," which means "cupbearer." The IPA phonetic transcription for this word breaks it down into syllables as "han-a-per." The first syllable is pronounced as "han," the second as "a," and the final syllable as "per." The spelling of Hanaper may be considered unusual as it includes the letter 'a' between 'n' and 'p,' which is not a common occurrence in English.

HANAPER Meaning and Definition

1. Hanaper refers to a term that can be used in both historical and legal contexts. Historically, a hanaper is a small box or chest used to store important documents, particularly those of a legal or administrative nature. In medieval times, a hanaper was often used to keep official writs, charters, seals, and other documents of significance. These boxes were typically made of wood, although they could also be made of metal or other durable materials. The word "hanaper" itself can be traced back to Middle English and is derived from the Old French word "hanapier," meaning a vessel for serving wine.

   In a legal context, the term hanaper is associated with the records or rolls of the chancery. The Hanaper Office, which existed in England during medieval and early modern times, was responsible for maintaining these records. The hanaper rolls contained various legal documents, such as licenses, patents, and grants. The office was also involved in the collection of fees associated with these documents. The term "hanaper" is still sometimes used in legal jargon to refer to the fees or payments collected for issuing certain types of legal documents.

   Overall, hanaper is a term that refers to a historical container for important legal documents, as well as the office responsible for maintaining and issuing such documents.

2. Originally the basket in which the king's money or writs were kept; the treasury or exchequer.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for HANAPER

• ganaper
• banaper
• nanaper
• janaper
• uanaper
• yanaper
• hznaper
• hsnaper
• hwnaper
• hqnaper
• habaper
• hamaper
• hajaper
• hahaper
• hanzper
• hansper
• hanwper
• hanqper
• hanaoer

Etymology of HANAPER

The word "hanaper" has an interesting etymology. It originated from the Old French word "hanapier", which was derived from the Latin word "hanaparius". In Latin, "hanaparius" referred to a person who was responsible for handling or distributing cups, specifically large goblets or chalices used for drinking.

Over time, the term "hanaper" evolved to also refer to a container that was used for holding valuable items, such as jewels, important documents, or other valuable treasures. In medieval England, the term became associated with the specific royal office that was responsible for maintaining and distributing the king's personal jewel collection and other treasures.

Today, the term "hanaper" is rarely used and is primarily found in legal contexts.

Plural form of HANAPER is HANAPERS