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bide

 

[ baɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

living arrangement

To bide means to wait or remain in a particular state or condition. It often implies waiting patiently for something expected to happen or for an appropriate time to take action.

Synonyms

linger, remain, wait

Examples of usage

  • He decided to bide his time before making a decision.
  • You should bide your chances and see how the situation unfolds.
  • They bided their time until they saw the right opportunity.
Context #2 | Verb

archaic

In some contexts, particularly archaic or literary uses, bide can also mean to endure or withstand.

Synonyms

endure, withstand

Examples of usage

  • She had to bide through many hardships during her journey.
  • He bided the storm, hoping for clearer skies ahead.

Translations

Translations of the word "bide" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bide

🇮🇳 बिडे

🇩🇪 Bidet

🇮🇩 bidet

🇺🇦 біде

🇵🇱 bidet

🇯🇵 ビデ

🇫🇷 bidet

🇪🇸 bidet

🇹🇷 bidet

🇰🇷 비데

🇸🇦 بيديه

🇨🇿 bidet

🇸🇰 bidet

🇨🇳 坐浴盆

🇸🇮 bidet

🇮🇸 bide

🇰🇿 бидет

🇬🇪 ბიდე

🇦🇿 bidet

🇲🇽 bidet

Etymology

The word 'bide' originates from the Old English 'bīdan', which has roots in Germanic languages. The term is related to the Old High German 'bidan' and Middle Dutch 'biden', both meaning to wait or to remain. Over time, 'bide' has evolved mainly within British English, maintaining its meanings related to waiting and patience. In modern usage, it is often seen in literary or poetic contexts, as it conveys a sense of calm endurance or timeless waiting. Although 'bide' has largely fallen out of everyday conversation, it endures in certain expressions and literary references, linking contemporary speakers to the rich history of English.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,215, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.