Associations to the word «Bide»

Wiktionary

BIDE, verb. (transitive) (chiefly dialectal) To bear; to endure; to tolerate.
BIDE, verb. (intransitive) (archaic or dialectal) To dwell or reside in a location; to abide.
BIDE, verb. (intransitive) (archaic or dialectal) To wait; to be in expectation; to stay; to remain.
BIDE, verb. (transitive) (archaic) To wait for; to await.
BIDE ONE'S TIME, verb. (intransitive) (idiomatic) To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.

Dictionary definition

BIDE, verb. Dwell; "You can stay with me while you are in town"; "stay a bit longer--the day is still young".

Wise words

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