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Beget Definition & Meaning

beget
verb
  1. make children; "Abraham begot Isaac"; "Men often father children but don't recognize them"

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Frequently asked questions

What does beget mean?
make children; "Abraham begot Isaac"; "Men often father children but don't recognize them"
What part of speech is beget?
Beget is a verb.

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