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View synonyms for befoul
befoul
[ bih-foul ]
verb (used with object)
- to make dirty or filthy; soil; defile; sully:
a bird that befouls its own nest.
befoul
/ bɪˈfaʊl /
verb
- tr to make dirty or foul; soil; defile
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Derived Forms
- beˈfoulment, noun
- beˈfouler, noun
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Other Words From
- be·fouler noun
- be·foulment noun
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Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
Adolf Hitler, despite being the most evil force ever to befoul mankind, was also a kind and conscientious employer.
From The Daily Beast
Self-consciousness compels such creatures to befoul their origin.
From Project Gutenberg
He, the officer, must befoul his person and derange his hours of rest and recreation, that others may enjoy.
From Project Gutenberg
Why, I would rather lose the power of speech for ever than befoul your ears with the record of my shame.
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The fumes of tobacco befoul the air around, and public health suffers in consequence.
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I could not prevent myself from saying, "Do you think it is nice to befoul your own nest?"
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