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Rarethew
The correct spelling is thew.
How to pronounce thew
noun
IPA: /θjuː/
Say it like: The-w
The correct spelling is thew. A bondman; a slave. For example: "1998: B.A. Roberts, Battle Magic – As I pull two Mercian shafts from my bloodied thews."
Usage Examples
“1998: B.A. Roberts, Battle Magic – As I pull two Mercian shafts from my bloodied thews.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A bondman; a slave.
- 2.Muscle or sinew.
- 3.A good quality or habit; virtue.
- 4.(usually plural) An attractive physical attribute, especially muscle; mental or moral vigour.
adjective
- 1.Bond; servile.
verb
- 1.To oppress; enslave.
- 2.Instruct in morals or values; chastise.
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