bestow
be·stow
transitive verb \bi-ˈstō, bē-\Definition of BESTOW
1
: to put to use : apply <bestowed his spare time on study>
2
: to put in a particular or appropriate place : stow
3
: to provide with quarters : put up
4
: to convey as a gift —usually used with on or upon
— be·stow·al \-ˈstō-əl\ noun
— be·stow·er \-ˈstō(-ə)r\ noun
Examples of BESTOW
- The university bestowed on her an honorary degree.
- <bestowed a new car on their son for graduation>
Origin of BESTOW
Middle English, from be- + stowe place — more at stow
First Known Use: 14th century
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