verb
indite
Indite (verb) means to write letters or words down on a surface.
verb
1
To write letters or words down on a surface.
2
To write a piece of literature or art; to create it in words.
3
To say words aloud for someone else to write down.
4
To request or invite someone.
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Etymology
Originally just a variant spelling of indict. It goes back to Middle English enditen or endyten, which came from Old French enditer, itself from Late Latin indictāre, formed from in- and dictare (“to declare”). It is a doublet of indict.
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What is the meaning of indite?
"indite" (verb) means to write letters or words down on a surface.
What is another word for indite?
Other words for "indite" include write, compose, pen.
What are the different meanings of indite?
"indite" has 3 main meanings: 1. To write letters or words down on a surface; 2. To write a piece of literature or art; to create it in words; 3. To say words aloud for someone else to write down.
