Betrend

/bɪˈtrɛnd/ verb

Definition

To make something the subject of a trend, or to cause something to trend or become fashionable.

Etymology

From 'be-' plus 'trend,' from Old English 'trendan' meaning to turn or rotate. This is a modern coinage applying the ancient 'be-' prefix to a contemporary word.

Kelly Says

The word 'trend' originally just meant a general direction or turning, but we've repurposed it for fashion and social media—and 'betrend' is how modern speakers creatively apply old English grammar patterns to new situations.

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