page
UK: peɪdʒ | US: peɪdʒ
n. a single side of a sheet of paper in a book, magazine, or newspaper
n. a boy or young man attending a person of high rank (historical)
vt. to summon or contact someone via a public address system or electronic device
page = pag<fasten> + e (silent)
- pag (from Latin pagina, meaning "fastened sheet" or "written page," derived from pangere "to fasten")
- e (silent letter, no semantic value; part of modern English spelling)
Etymology Origin:
The word "page" traces back to Latin pagina, originally referring to a "fastened sheet" of parchment or paper in a scroll or book. The root pangere ("to fasten") reflects the physical binding of early written materials. Over time, pagina evolved into Old French page, retaining its connection to written leaves. The secondary meaning of "youth attendant" emerged in Medieval Latin (pagius), possibly from Greek paidion ("little boy"), though the link is debated.
She bookmarked the last page of her novel.
The knight was accompanied by a loyal page.
The hospital will page the doctor in an emergency.
Turn to page 45 for the exercise instructions.
In medieval times, a page would serve nobles before becoming a squire.