To hit or beat.
Bray
BRAY
breɪ
Verb
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
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Language
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Formality
informal
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