to name; call by name.
verb -names, -naming, -named, -named, -nempt
an archaic word for name (sense 12)
a former name of Varanasi. Historical Examples Early in the cold weather we returned to Benares, and resumed our work there. Life and Work in Benares and Kumaon, 1839-1877 James Kennedy He was born in Benares in 1803, and educated at Norwich, England. Four Young Explorers Oliver Optic That 6th of July, 1857, at Benares […]
below; in or to a lower place, position, state, or the like. underneath: heaven above and the earth beneath. below; under: beneath the same roof. farther down than; underneath; lower in place than: The first drawer beneath the top one. lower down on a slope than: beneath the crest of a hill. inferior or less […]
Stephen Vincent, 1898–1943, U.S. poet and novelist. his brother, William Rose, 1886–1950, U.S. poet and critic. Historical Examples Dr. benet, in spite of the fact that he is one of the busiest men in France, kindly agreed to furnish this information. A Journey Through France in War Time Joseph G. Butler, Jr. Well, benet, what […]
a silly or stupid person; a person who lacks judgment or sense. a professional jester, formerly kept by a person of royal or noble rank for amusement: the court fool. a person who has been tricked or deceived into appearing or acting silly or stupid: to make a fool of someone. an ardent enthusiast who […]