trow

verb

trowed; trowing; trows
1
obsolete : believe
2
archaic : think

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English trēowan; akin to Old English trēowe faithful, true — more at true entry 1

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of trow was before the 12th century

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“Trow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trow. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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