Strawn

Pronunciation

• RP enPR: strôn, IPA: /stɹɔːn/

Origin

As strawen; compare papern, silvern.

Full definition of strawn

Adjective

1. Alternative spelling of strawen
• 1609: Charles Butler (beekeeper), The Feminine Monarchie; or, A Treatise Concerning Bees, page 34 (1634 revision)In some countries they use strawn Hives.----