Read the dictionary entry and answer the question that follows:

be·tray v. / bē-ˈtrā/

to lead astray

to give to an enemy by treachery

Middle English, from be - + trayen (to betray)

Tracie wants to verify the meaning of the word betray. Which portion of the entry best allows her to do this?

A) v.

B) / bē-ˈtrā/

C) 1. to lead astray

D) Middle English, from be - + trayen (to betray)

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Hugh Mccall

English

15 September, 02:12

Read the dictionary entry and answer the question that follows:

be·tray v. / bē-ˈtrā/

to lead astray

to give to an enemy by treachery

Middle English, from be - + trayen (to betray)

Tracie wants to verify the meaning of the word betray. Which portion of the entry best allows her to do this?

A) v.

B) / bē-ˈtrā/

C) 1. to lead astray

D) Middle English, from be - + trayen (to betray)

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Selena Norman · Answer 1

Out of the choices given, the portion of the entry that allows Tracy to verify the meaning of the word betray is 1. to lead astray. The correct choice will be C.