Definition of Bestow
Bestow
be·stow


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To give or confer something, especially as a gift or honor.

e.g. The university will bestow an honorary degree on the renowned scientist.

(verb)
to place something in a particular place or apply it to a particular purpose;

e.g. He asked her to bestow the books in his study.

(verb)
to provide someone with a place to stay, to put them up in some quarters;

e.g. She decided to bestow them in the room in the attic.



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