Bewraying

/bɪˈweɪɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The act of revealing, exposing, or accidentally showing something that was meant to be hidden.

Etymology

Present participle of 'bewray,' combining the Old English prefix 'be-' with 'wray' (betray). The '-ing' suffix marks the ongoing action.

Kelly Says

Medieval and Early Modern writers loved 'bewray'—it suggests an involuntary betrayal, like when your facial expression betrays a secret before your mouth does.

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