bedew

[ bih-doo, -dyoo ]

verb (used with object)

1. to wet with or as if with dew.

bedew

/ bɪˈdjuː /

verb

1. tr to wet or cover with or as if with drops of dew

Word History and Origins

Origin of bedew¹

First recorded in 1300–50, bedew is from the Middle English word bydewen. See be-, dew

Example Sentences

“Do not speak so closely to another person with such enthusiasm that you bedew the other man with your spittle,” he said, from a safe distance.

From Washington Times

When they reached the bottom it was so cold that they halted and got out cloaks and hoods, which soon became bedewed with grey drops.

From Literature

Tears will bedew, if wigs do not bestrew the green.”

From Washington Post

It’s a little cooler today, but possibly rainier: Scattered showers may bedew us, with a high of 70.

From New York Times

On the day they are ordered out to battle, your soldiers may weep, those sitting up bedewing their garments, and those lying down letting the tears run down their cheeks.

From Forbes

Related Words

• dampen
• drench
• rinse
• saturate
• soak
• sprinkle
• squirt
• steam
• wash
• wet