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cadge

Cadge (verb) means to tie, fasten.

verb
1
To tie, fasten.
2
To obtain something by wit or guile; to convince people to do something they might not normally do.
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Etymology

From Middle English caggen (“to tie, fasten, bind”), probably from Old Norse. Compare Old Norse kǫgurr (“quilt”), kǫgurbarn (“swaddled child”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of cadge?

"cadge" (verb) means to tie, fasten.

What are the different meanings of cadge?

"cadge" has 2 main meanings: 1. To tie, fasten; 2. To obtain something by wit or guile; to convince people to do something they might not normally do.

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