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Meaning
Noun
●
In Directives:
A
command
,
bidding
; sometimes also, an
authoritative
request
; now usually in the
phrase
at the
behest
of.
●
In Directives:
A
vow
; a promise.
Verb
●
In Directives:
To
promise
; vow.
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Wiktionary
Origin
behest
English
behæs
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
Sourced from
Etym
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Favour
Sufferance
Whim
Discretion
Hands
Helm
Tutelage
Detriment
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