bade

/bæd/
verb
  1. Past tense of 'bid'; to command or order someone to do something.
    • The king bade his knights to prepare for battle.
    • He bade them leave the room at once.
    • She bade the children to sit quietly.
  2. Past tense of 'bid'; to say goodbye or greet someone.
    • He bade a warm welcome to the new neighbors.
    • She bade him goodnight before going to bed.
    • They bade farewell to their friends at the airport.
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