Bename
to name; call by name.
verb -names, -naming, -named, -named, -nempt
an archaic word for name (sense 12)
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- Benares
a former name of varanasi. historical examples early in the cold weather we returned to benares, and resumed our work there. life and work in benares and k-maon, 1839-1877 james kennedy he was born in benares in 1803, and educated at norwich, england. four young explorers oliver optic that 6th of july, 1857, at benares […]
- Benumb
to make numb; deprive of sensation: benumbed by cold. to render inactive; deaden or stupefy. historical examples the effect of this announcement was to benumb his faculties. great african travellers w.h.g. kingston he was strangely reticent; my news seemed to benumb and sicken him. the cavalier george washington cable he still drinks; not now for […]
- Be of good cheer
a shout of encouragement, approval, congratulation, etc.: the cheers of the fans filled the stadium. a set or traditional form of shout used by spectators to encourage or show enthusiasm for an athletic team, contestant, etc., as rah! rah! rah! something that gives joy or gladness; encouragement; comfort: words of cheer. a state of feeling […]
- Be off
leave, depart, as in i’m off to the races; wish me luck. this phrase, first recorded in 1826, was once commonly used as an imperative, meaning “go away”—as in be off or i’ll call the police—but today is rare in this context. be in poor condition; be stale or spoiled; not work properly. for example, […]
- Be of service
an act of helpful activity; help; aid: to do someone a service. the supplying or supplier of utilities or commodities, as water, electricity, or gas, required or demanded by the public. the providing or a provider of accommodation and activities required by the public, as maintenance, repair, etc.: the manufacturer guarantees service and parts. the […]