beli

Moldavian

verb
Definitions
  • to skin, flay, excoriate
  • (figuratively) to rob; to fleece

Etymology

Inherited from Latin vellere (stretch, pluck).

Origin

Latin

vellere

Gloss

stretch, pluck

Concept
Semantic Field

Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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