What does quave mean?
Quave means (intransitive, obsolete) To quiver or tremble..
Quave
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(intransitive, obsolete) To quiver or tremble..
Definitions by Sense
- (intransitive, obsolete) To quiver or tremble.
- A shaking; trembling.
Example Sentences
13??, William Langland, Piers Plowman The wal waggede and cleef, and al the world quaved.
Synonyms for quave
Antonyms for quave
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Word Forms
- quaves
- quaving
- quaved
Usage Notes
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13??, William Langland, Piers Plowman The wal waggede and cleef, and al the world quaved.
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