trai‧tor, n. /ˈtɹeɪɾɚ/
From “trait,” in the sense of “aspect” or “distinguishing quality.” A person who is a traitor has acquired a new trait, specifically membership in a new group. The negative connotation is not original.
trai‧tor, n. /ˈtɹeɪɾɚ/
From “trait,” in the sense of “aspect” or “distinguishing quality.” A person who is a traitor has acquired a new trait, specifically membership in a new group. The negative connotation is not original.