bename

English

verb
Definitions
  • (obsolete) To swear on oath; to solemnly declare; promise; give.
  • (transitive) To name; give a name (to); mention by name; nominate; denominate; call.
  • (transitive) To name; call; style; describe as.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English benamnen inherited from Old English benemnan (stipulate, name, asseverate, declare, settle) prefix from English name.

Origin

English

name

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