bydand

Scots

Etymology

From the present participle of Middle Scots bide, from Old English bīdan, from Proto-Germanic.

Verb

bydand

  1. dwelling, living
  2. abiding, staying, remaining
  3. steadfast
    "Bydand" is the principal motto of the Scottish Clan Gordon.
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