Forspend

/fɔrˈspɛnd/ verb

Definition

An archaic verb meaning to spend completely, exhaust resources, or waste money entirely.

Etymology

From 'for-' (completely, excessively) + 'spend.' The prefix intensifies 'spend' to suggest total depletion of resources or money.

Kelly Says

Medieval literature describes nobles who 'forspend' their fortunes—it's the ancestor of our modern 'spend yourself into ruin,' but sounds even more devastating.

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