bequeathed
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/bɪˈkwiːðd/
(bequeath)
leave by will
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bequeath' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'becwethan', where 'be-' meant 'about' and 'cwethan' meant 'to say'.
Historical Evolution
'becwethan' transformed into the Middle English word 'bequethen', and eventually became the modern English word 'bequeath'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to say or speak about', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to leave by will'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'bequeath'.
She bequeathed her estate to her children.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41