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1. (v.t.) behoove
to be necessary or proper for:
It behooves us to reconsider.
2. (v.i.) behoove
to be necessary, proper, or due.
Etymology: (bef. 900; ME behoven, OE behōfian to need, v. der. of behōfbehoof)
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1. (verb) behoove, behove
be appropriate or necessary
"It behooves us to reflect on this matter"
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1. (noun) behoove
advantage; behoof
2. (verb) behoove
to be necessary for; to be fit for; to be meet for, with respect to necessity, duty, or convenience; -- mostly used impersonally
3. (verb) behoove
to be necessary, fit, or suitable; to befit; to belong as due
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