weest

/wiːst/

Definitions

1. noun

A suffix used in some surnames, especially of Scandinavian origin, indicating a place name, often of a farm or settlement.

“The surname “Weest” likely originated from a settlement in Norway.”

2. adverb

Not applicable or relevant.

“The company’s financial report was deemed irrelevant, and thus weest, for the current analysis.”

Synonyms

  • inapplicable
  • irrelevant

Antonyms

  • applicable
  • relevant