aby
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C2
/əˈbaɪ/
to atone
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aby' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ābycgan,' where 'ā-' meant 'away' and 'bycgan' meant 'to buy.'
Historical Evolution
'ābycgan' transformed into the Middle English word 'abien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aby.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to buy off or redeem,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to atone for.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make amends for; to atone for.
He sought to aby his past mistakes.
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Last updated: 2025/04/01 14:21