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besit
verb 3
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2ADJ.
large
BESIT + NOUN
estates
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verb
1
To sit around; sit about; besiege.
When not deep in thought, his blue eyes dance. I feel sometimes that behind his thoughtful gaze besits a hint of strain.
2
To sit upon; occupy.
In such contexts, the ישבים are those who “besit” large estates and seats of judgment and power. The ישב par excellence is the king who “besits” the throne.
3
To sit properly upon, as clothes; to suit; become.
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When not deep in thought, his blue eyes dance. I feel sometimes that behind his thoughtful gaze besits a hint of strain.
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In such contexts, the ישבים are those who “besit” large estates and seats of judgment and power. The ישב par excellence is the king who “besits” the throne.
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