Middle English Dictionary Entry
endevǒur n.
Entry Info
| Forms | endevǒur n. |
| Etymology | Cp. endevēren and devǒur (for earlier devēr duty, effort, from AF deveir). |
Definitions (Senses and Subsenses)
1.
That which one ought to do, a duty; an effort, an exertion.
Associated quotations
- (1417) Let.in Ellis Orig.Let.ser.2.156 : Wee doe signifie unto your Royall Majestie..the great laboures, travels, and endevoures made by your said Lifetenaunte.
- 1607(?a1425) Chester Pl.(Hrl 2124)10/25 : Doe your endeavour [vr. deuour] and doubte ye not under my domynacion to sitt in Celestyall safetye.