bain
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bain, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Archaic: willing or ready to act; also, flexible or supple.
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Etymology
From Middle English bain/bayn, borrowed from Old Norse beinn, meaning "straight" or "favourable."
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What does “bain” mean?
The word “bain” means archaic: willing or ready to act; also, flexible or supple. In plain terms, an old-fashioned word for willing, ready, or nearby — rarely used outside historical or dialect writing today.
How do you pronounce “bain”?
“Bain” is pronounced bayn (/beɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “bain” in a sentence?
Here is “bain” used in a sentence: “The old ballad describes a knight "bain and true" to his lord.”
What part of speech is “bain”?
Depending on how it is used, “bain” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Where does the word “bain” come from?
The word “bain” comes from Middle English. From Middle English bain/bayn, borrowed from Old Norse beinn, meaning "straight" or "favourable.".
Is “bain” a common word?
“Bain” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “bain” have?
“Bain” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: archaic: willing or ready to act; also, flexible or supple.