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betters

The correct spelling is betters.

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noun

Say it like: Bet-ter-s

The correct spelling is betters. An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior. For example: "He quickly found Ali his better in the ring."

Usage Examples

He quickly found Ali his better in the ring.

The project had better get finished by the current deadline.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.
  2. 2.A person who makes a bet, such as a wager on the outcome of a game of chance or a sporting event.

verb

  1. 1.To improve.
  2. 2.To become better; to improve.
  3. 3.To surpass in excellence; to exceed; to excel.
  4. 4.To give advantage to; to support; to advance the interest of.
  5. 5.(with bare infinitive) Should; ought to; need to; must.

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