fairly-bestowed
|fair-ly-be-stowed|
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/ˈfɛrli bɪˈstoʊd/
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/ˈfeəli bɪˈstəʊd/
(bestow)
to give or confer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bestow' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bistowen,' where 'bi-' meant 'by' and 'stow' meant 'place.'
Historical Evolution
'bistowen' transformed into the modern English word 'bestow' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place or put,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give or grant.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
given or granted in a just or equitable manner.
The scholarship was fairly-bestowed upon the most deserving student.
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Last updated: 2025/03/28 16:21