Bewry

/bɪˈraɪ/ verb

Definition

Variant or alternative spelling of 'bewray'; to reveal, betray, or expose secrets.

Etymology

A dialectal or variant spelling of 'bewray,' showing historical spelling variations in Middle English before standardization.

Kelly Says

Old English had wild spelling variations—people spelled words phonetically, so 'bewray' and 'bewry' could mean the same thing depending on who was writing.

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