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betell

Betell (verb) means to speak or tell about; declare; narrate; describe.

verb
1
To speak or tell about; declare; narrate; describe.
2
To speak for; answer for; justify.
3
To lay claim to; win; rescue.
4
To talk about negatively; slander; calumniate; deride; deceive.
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Etymology

From Middle English betellen (“to tell about, calumniate”), from Old English betellan (“to speak about, answer, defend oneself against a charge or accusation”), equivalent to be- (“about, concerning”) + tell.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of betell?

"betell" (verb) means to speak or tell about; declare; narrate; describe.

What are the different meanings of betell?

"betell" has 3 main meanings: 1. To speak or tell about; declare; narrate; describe; 2. To speak for; answer for; justify; 3. To lay claim to; win; rescue.

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