honen

Middle English

verb
Definitions
  • (of people) to linger, loiter, tarry
  • (of actions) to halt
  • to dwell, be (in a place)

Etymology

Suf from Middle English hone (hesitation, delay).

Origin

Middle English

hone

Gloss

hesitation, delay

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