Befang
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation [bəˈfæŋ] · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Befang is a verb meaning (transitive, UK dialectal, Yorkshire) To lay hold on; seize; grasp; catch; clutch.
Meaning
(transitive, UK dialectal, Yorkshire) To lay hold on; seize; grasp; catch; clutch.
More Meanings
- (intransitive, obsolete) To take hold on; begin or commence upon.
- (transitive, obsolete) To encompass; enclose; contain; comprehend.
Example Sentences
Come here an' I'll befang thee!
Word Forms
- befangs
- befanging
- befanged
- befong
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include infang, fang, catch, becatch, beclip, beclap.
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