CHASTEN


Meaning of CHASTEN in English

[ 'tʃeɪs(ə)n ]

■ verb

1》 (of a reproof or misfortune) have a restraining or demoralizing effect on.

2》 archaic (especially of God) discipline; punish.

Derivatives

~er noun

Origin

C16: from an obs. verb chaste , from OFr. chastier , from L. castigare 'castigate', from castus 'chaste'.

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