To give over Meaning, Definition & Usage
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(a) To yield completely; to quit; to abandon.(b) To despair of.(c) To addict, resign, or apply (one's self).The Babylonians had given themselves over to all manner of vice. Grew.
- to cease; to discontinue; to desist.
It would be well for all authors, if they knew when to give over, and to desist from any further pursuits after fame. Addison.
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- to cease; to discontinue; to desist.
It would be well for all authors, if they knew when to give over, and to desist from any further pursuits after fame. Addison.
