Middle English Dictionary Entry

yē̆vethe n.
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Entry Info

Forms yē̆vethe n. Also (early SWM) ȝifveðe.
Etymology From yē̆vethe adj.; also cp. OE gifeðe fate, lot.

Definitions (Senses and Subsenses)

1.
A store of treasure, riches.
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