verb
rebut
Rebut (verb) means to drive back or beat back; to repulse.
verb
1
To drive back or beat back; to repulse.
2
To deny the truth of something, especially by presenting arguments that disprove it.
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Etymology
Inherited from Middle English rebutten, rebouten, from Old French reboter, rebuter, rebouter, etc., from re- + boter, buter, bouter (“to butt”). Entered English around 1302-1307.
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What is the meaning of rebut?
"rebut" (verb) means to drive back or beat back; to repulse.
What are the different meanings of rebut?
"rebut" has 2 main meanings: 1. To drive back or beat back; to repulse; 2. To deny the truth of something, especially by presenting arguments that disprove it.