foman

== Middle English == === Alternative forms === faman, fo-man, fooman, foeman, va man === Etymology === From Old English fāhman; equivalent to fo (“hostile”, adjective) +‎ man (“man”). === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈfɔːman/ === Noun === foman (plural fomen) A rival or foeman; one locked in conflict with another. An enemy combatant; a member of an opposing force. (rare, Christianity) A religious or spiritual opponent or opposing force. (rare, Christianity) Satan; the leader of the forces of evil. (rare, Christianity) A creature of Hell; a demon. ==== Descendants ==== English: foeman ==== References ==== “fō-man, n.”, in MED Online, Ann Arbor, Mich.: University of Michigan, 2007, retrieved 27 May 2018.