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Webster 1913 Edition

Benet

Be-net′

,
Verb.
T.
[
imp. & p. p.
Benetted
.]
To catch in a net; to insnare.
Shak.

Webster 1828 Edition

Benet

BENET'

,
Verb.
T.
[be and net.] To catch in a net; to ensnare. [Not used.]

Definition 2024

benêt

benêt

See also: benet and Benet

French

Noun

benêt m ‎(plural benêts)

  1. half-wit, simpleton

Etymology

Representing a Norman pronunciation of benoît.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /bənɛ/

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