Oþþe
Oþþe is a rare and archaic spelling variation of the Old English word "oþþe," which is derived from the Proto-Germanic *uþþiz. This form appears in early medieval texts, particularly in manuscripts written in the Anglo-Saxon period, and is primarily used as a conjunction meaning "or." The double "þ" (thorn) character, a runic letter, was used in Old English to represent the sound /θ/, which is similar to the modern "th" in words like "think."
The spelling oþþe is notable for its phonetic accuracy, reflecting the pronunciation of the word at the
Examples of oþþe in use can be found in texts such as the *Beowulf* manuscript and other
The persistence of oþþe in modern discussions often stems from its role in illustrating the evolution of