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behoove

Behoove (verb) means to befit, be appropriate or necessary to somebody. Alternative form of behove.

verb
1
To befit, be appropriate or necessary to somebody. Alternative form of behove.
2
To be fitting.
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Etymology

See behove.

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What is the meaning of behoove?

"behoove" (verb) means to befit, be appropriate or necessary to somebody. Alternative form of behove.

What are the different meanings of behoove?

"behoove" has 2 main meanings: 1. To befit, be appropriate or necessary to somebody. Alternative form of behove; 2. To be fitting.

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