What does the root word pond mean?

The word "pond" doesn't have a root word in the traditional sense. It's an independent word with its own history and meaning.

However, its origin is interesting:

* It comes from the Old French word "étang", which meant "stagnant water".

* "Étang" itself comes from the Latin word "stagnum", meaning "standing water".

So, even though "pond" doesn't have a direct root word, its history shows a clear connection to the concept of still, standing water.