bield

[ beeld ]

noun

, Scot.

1. a shelter; refuge.

bield

/ biːld /

noun

1. a shelter; house

verb

1. to shelter or take shelter

Word History and Origins

Origin of bield¹

1400–50; late Middle English ( Scots ) beld ( e ), beild, apparently to be identified with Middle English beild courage, power, aid, Old English bieldo boldness; akin to Gothic balthei confidence. See bold

Word History and Origins

Origin of bield¹

Old English bieldo, byldo boldness (hence: refuge); related to Gothic balthei , Old English beald bold

Example Sentences

Bield said it was in advanced talks to secure a new provider for four of the care homes in Edinburgh, Fife and Jedburgh.

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The Scottish government is being urged to step in and save 12 Bield care homes from being closed.

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"Despite many attempts to research and consider alternative models to address the challenges, Bield have regrettably not been able to find a solution that ensures financial viability while maintaining high standards of care."

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"The Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport is due to meet the chief executive of Bield Housing and Care later this month to discuss progress."

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The union will back calls for government intervention at a public meeting due to take place for family and friends of Bield residents.

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