bespeak
中文解釋
wordnet sense
Collocation Usage
Collins Definition
Verb
bespoke, past tense; bespeaks, 3rd person singular present; bespeaking, present participle; bespoken, past participle;
/biˈspēk/,
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bespoke, past tense; bespeaks, 3rd person singular present; bespeaking, present participle; bespoken, past participle;
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(of an appearance or action) Suggest; be evidence of
- - the attractive tree-lined road bespoke money
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Order or reserve (something) in advance
- - obtaining the affidavits that it has been necessary to bespeak
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Speak to
- - and in disgrace bespoke him thus
Web Definitions:
- be a signal for or a symptom of; "These symptoms indicate a serious illness"; "Her behavior points to a severe neurosis"; "The economic indicators signal that the euro is undervalued"
- request: express the need or desire for; ask for; "She requested an extra bed in her room"; "She called for room service"
- A request for a specific performance, by a patron; To order or reserve in advance