Behouve

Definition:

Behouve is a verb originally derived from French, meaning "to be necessary" or "to be required". It is often used in a formal or literary context.

Senses:

Sense 1:

As a verb: to be necessary or required

Example Sentence 1: It behouves us to act responsibly in the face of this environmental crisis.

Example Sentence 2: It behouves every student to study diligently for their exams.

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Sense 2:

As a noun: the state or quality of being necessary or required

Example Sentence 1: The behouve of proper education cannot be undermined.

Example Sentence 2: The behouve for regular exercise in maintaining good health is well-known.

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Local Usage:

In certain regions, especially in England, behouve may be used informally to describe an action or behavior that is in accordance with local traditions or customs.

Sense 1:

As a verb: to conform to local customs or traditions

Example Sentence 1: When attending a formal event, it behouves one to wear appropriate attire.

Example Sentence 2: If you visit the village, it behouves you to taste their local delicacy.

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Sense 2:

As a noun: an action or behavior in conformity with local customs or traditions

Example Sentence 1: Participating in the annual parade is a behouve of the community.

Example Sentence 2: Donating to the local charity is seen as a behouve in this town.

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