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Definition of: behave
(bi·hāv′) v. be·haved, be·hav·ing v.i.
1. To comport oneself properly: Will you behave?
2. To act; conduct oneself or itself: The car behaves well.
3. To react to stimuli or environment.
—v.t.
4. To conduct (oneself) properly or suitably. [ME be- thoroughly + have hold oneself, act]
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