Etymology
Meaning
Origin
The term "bedight" derives from the Old English verb "be-dīhtan," which means "to cover, clothe, or adorn." This verb is composed of the prefix "be-," which indicates intensification, and the root "dīhtan," which means "to prepare or make ready." "Dīhtan" is ultimately derived from the Proto-Indo-European root dhig-, which means "to cover or shape."
The term "bedight" was commonly used in Middle English literature to describe the elaborate and ornate clothing worn by knights, ladies, and other nobles. Over time, the meaning of the term expanded to include any form of adornment or decoration. Today, "bedight" is used primarily in a literary context to describe something that is extravagantly or beautifully decorated.
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