Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

aby

verb
/əˈbi/
Definition
To endure or tolerate something, especially something challenging or painful.
Examples
  • He had to aby the long wait at the airport.
  • She chose to aby the criticism rather than give up on her dreams.
Meaning
The term ‘aby’ is often used to express the act of bearing or going through difficult circumstances.
Synonyms
  • Endure
  • Tolerate
  • Suffer
  • Bear