First Known Use: 14th century
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beholden
adjective be·hold·en \bi-ˈhōl-dən, bē-\
Definition of BEHOLDEN
: being under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted <I'm beholden to you>
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Origin of BEHOLDEN
Middle English, from past participle of beholden
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BEHOLDEN Defined for Kids
beholden
adjective be·hold·en \bi-ˈhol-dən\
Definition of BEHOLDEN for Kids
: owing the return of a gift or favor <I'm not beholden to anyone for my success.>
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