Middle English Dictionary Entry

ēth-bẹ̄te adj.
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Entry Info

Forms ēth-bẹ̄te adj.
Etymology Cp. OE ēaþ- & twi-bēte requiring double recompense.

Definitions (Senses and Subsenses)

Note: Cp. beten mend, atone for.
1.
Of sins: easily atoned for.
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