avaunt
away; hence.
Origin of avaunt
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How to use avaunt in a sentence
avaunt, thou grand sycophant of the nineteenth century, thou vile usurper of the people's throne!
Aims and Aids for Girls and Young Women | George Sumner WeaverHe went to see her, taking with him a priest, who began to exorcise her, bidding her avaunt if she were of the Evil One.
Heroines That Every Child Should Know | VariousHors de couple, avaunt sy avaunt, and thrice so howe: When the hounds are uncoupled.
The Master of Game | Second Duke of York, EdwardWith a fierce bellow he emerged from his cask, and roaring, "avaunt, knight of the invincible shield and craven heart!"
A Great Emergency and Other Tales | Juliana Horatia Gatty EwingIt sounds Shakespearian, and probably means avaunt and quit my sight.
The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories | Mark Twain
British Dictionary definitions for avaunt
/ (əˈvɔːnt) /
archaic go away! depart!
Origin of avaunt
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