Meaning
To deck, ornament, or adorn
Etymology
Origin: German
From be- + deck. Compare West Frisian bedekke (“to cover”), Dutch bedekken (“to cover, coat, overlay”), German bedecken (“to cover, top, overlay”), Swedish betäcka (“to cover, shelter”). Doublet of bethatch.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles: