BEHOLDEN


Meaning of BEHOLDEN in English

adj.

Pronunciation: bi- ' h ō l-d ə n, b ē -

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from past participle of beholden

Date: 14th century

: being under obligation for a favor or gift : INDEBTED <I'm beholden to you>

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