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bestow
[ bih-stoh ]
/ bɪˈstoʊ /
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Definition of bestow
verb (used with object)
to present as a gift; give; confer (usually followed by on or upon): The trophy was bestowed upon the winner.
Archaic. to put to some use; apply: He was continually working the mines, expending money and bestowing his time, toil, and skill upon them.
Archaic.
- to provide quarters for; house; lodge.
- to put; stow; deposit; store.
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OTHER WORDS FROM bestow
be·stow·al, be·stow·ment, nounmis·be·stow, verb (used with object)pre·be·stow, verb (used with object)pre·be·stow·al, nounWords nearby bestow
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British Dictionary definitions for bestow
bestow
/ (bɪˈstəʊ) /
verb (tr)
to present (a gift) or confer (an award or honour)
archaic to apply (energy, resources, etc)
archaic to house (a person) or store (goods)
Derived forms of bestow
bestowal or bestowment, nounbestower, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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