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Rarebehest
The correct spelling is behest.
How to pronounce behest
/biˈhɛst/
nounIPA: /biˈhɛst/
Say it like: Beh-est
The correct spelling is behest. A command, bidding; sometimes also, an authoritative request; now usually in the phrase at the behest of.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A command, bidding; sometimes also, an authoritative request; now usually in the phrase at the behest of.
- 2.A vow; a promise.
verb
- 1.To promise; vow.
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