verb
halsen
Halsen (verb) means (old) To foretell or promise something.
verb
1
(old) To foretell or promise something.
2
(old) To promise, or to signal that something good or bad is coming.
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Etymology
Came into English via Middle English halsnen, equivalent to halse (“to salute, beseech”) with -en added. It is related to Middle High German heilsen (“to predict”); see also halse.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of halsen?
"halsen" (verb) means (old) To foretell or promise something.
What are the different meanings of halsen?
"halsen" has 2 main meanings: 1. (old) To foretell or promise something; 2. (old) To promise, or to signal that something good or bad is coming.