Meaning
Alternative form of aby.
Etymology
Origin: Old English
AS. bycgan to pay for; pref. - (cf. Goth. us-, Ger. er-, orig. meaning out) + bycgan to buy. See Buy, and cf. Abide
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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