bode
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Verb — To be a sign that something (usually bad) will happen; to portend.
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Etymology
From Old English bodian, "to announce or foretell," related to the word bid.
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What does “bode” mean?
The word “bode” means to be a sign that something (usually bad) will happen; to portend. In plain terms, to be a warning sign of what's likely to happen next.
How do you pronounce “bode”?
“Bode” is pronounced bohd (/boʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bode” in a sentence?
Here is “bode” used in a sentence: “The dark clouds bode ill for tomorrow's picnic.”
What part of speech is “bode”?
“Bode” is a verb.
Where does the word “bode” come from?
The word “bode” comes from Old English. From Old English bodian, "to announce or foretell," related to the word bid.