sain
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sain

transitive verb \ˈsān\

Definition of SAIN

1
dialect British : to make the sign of the cross on (oneself)
2
dialect British : bless

Origin of SAIN

Middle English, from Old English segnian, from Late Latin signare, from Latin, to mark — more at sign
First Known Use: before 12th century

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