Bray

Bray

BRAY breɪ
Verb

To hit or beat.

Example Sentences

"I'll bray ye!"
"Got brayed."

Etymology & History

Geordie term for hitting. From Old Norse brá (to move quickly).

Word Details

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Region
Newcastle/Tyneside
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Era
Medieval
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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