Archaic term meaning to let alone, neglect, abandon, or cease to hinder.
From Old English 'forlætan,' combining 'for-' (away, completely) + 'lætan' (to let, allow). This is the same root as modern English 'let' and 'forgo.'
This word shows the surprising fact that Old English 'let' meant both 'to allow' and 'to hinder'—so 'forlet' could mean both 'completely allow' or 'stop hindering,' which is why medieval texts using it can seem confusing to modern readers.
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