Dictionary
en•treat
Pronunciation: (en-trēt'), [key]—
v.t.
1. to ask (a person) earnestly; beseech; implore; beg:
to entreat the judge for mercy.
2. to ask earnestly for (something):
He entreated help in his work.
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v.i.
to make an earnest request or petition.
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