rannel tree

noun

ran·​nel tree

ˈranᵊl-

variants or rannel bean

dialectal, British

: a bar to support pothooks over an open fireplace

Word History

Etymology

rannel probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian dialect randatre rannel tree, from rand edge, space above a fireplace (from Old Norse rand-, rönd rim, shield)

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