释义 |
† foreˈshield, v. Obs. Also for-. [f. for- prefix or fore- prefix1 + shield v.] trans. To ward off, avert; only in asseverations, as God forshield (that..): = forfend 2.
a1549Murning Maidin xv, That I you sla, that God forscheild! 1562–83Foxe A. & M. (1583) 1583 God foreshield that I should so do. 1663Cowley Cutter Coleman St. v. x, Marry, Heav'n foreshield! |