English Explanatory Dictionary

aband

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To desist in practicing, using, or doing; to renounce.
  2. To desert; to forsake.

Pronunciation

/əˈbænd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-aband.wav

Word forms

aband abands abanding abanded

Etymology

Clipping of abandon.

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