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brought definition

brought (brôt)

transitive verb

bring

Etymology: OE broht, pt., (ge)broht, pp.

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Followed by an intransitive particle

  • up: Most kids are BROUGHT UP by the TV - because of their lazy, irresponsible parents.
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