haver

verb

ha·ver ˈhā-vər

havered; havering; havers

intransitive verb

chiefly British

: to hem and haw

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web But while some nations haver in their commitment to fighting climate change, Seychelles is ramping up its efforts. —

Olivia Yasukawa And Thomas Page, CNN, 10 July 2017

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Word History

Etymology

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First Known Use

1866, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of haver was in 1866

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“Haver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/haver. Accessed 23 Mar. 2023.

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