释义 |
howf I. noun or howff \ˈhəu̇f\ (-s) Etymology: Dutch hof enclosure, burial ground, garden, resort; akin to Old English hof enclosure, court, dwelling, temple, Old High German, court, garden, landed property, Old Norse, enclosure, roofed temple, Old English hȳf beehive — more at hive 1. chiefly Scotland : a dwelling place 2. chiefly Scotland : an accustomed haunt or resort; specifically : a favorite tavern II. intransitive verb or howff \“\ (-ed/-ing/-s) 1. Scotland a. : to take up one's abode : lodge b. : to make frequent visits 2. Scotland : to take shelter |