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The correct spelling is bestowing.

How to pronounce bestowing

verb

Say it like: Bes-tow-ing

The correct spelling is bestowing. To lay up in store; deposit for safe keeping; to stow or place; to put something somewhere. For example: "Medals were bestowed on the winning team."

Usage Examples

Medals were bestowed on the winning team.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To lay up in store; deposit for safe keeping; to stow or place; to put something somewhere.
  2. 2.To lodge, or find quarters for; provide with accommodation.
  3. 3.To dispose of.
  4. 4.To give; confer; impart gratuitously; present something to someone or something, especially as a gift or honour.
  5. 5.To give in marriage.

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