SINCE 1828

rede

verb \ ˈrēd \

Definition of rede

transitive verb

1 archaic :to give counsel to :advise

2 archaic :interpret, explain

Origin and Etymology of rede

Middle English — more at read

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First Known Use: before 12th century

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rede

noun

Definition of rede

1 archaic :counsel, advice

2 archaic :account, story

First Known Use of rede

before 12th century

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