CLEVE

Meaning of CLEVE in English

ˈklēv noun

( -s )

Etymology: Middle English cleve, cleove, from Old English clif, nominative & accusative plural cleofu — more at cliff

1. dialect England : cliff

2. dialect England : steep sloping ground : brae

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