befæstan

Old English

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) to fasten; fix; ground; establish; make safe; put in safe keeping
  • (transitive) to apply; utilize; commend; entrust to

Etymology

Prefix from Old English fæstan (secure, fasten).

Origin

Old English

fæstan

Gloss

secure, fasten

Concept
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Basic actions and technology

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