thew

(noun, adjective, verb)

adjective

1. (obsolete) Bond; servile.

noun

1. (obsolete) A bondman; a slave.

2. Muscle or sinew.

3. A good quality or habit; virtue.

4. An attractive physical attribute, especially muscle; mental or moral vigour.

verb

1. (transitive, obsolete) To oppress; enslave.

2. Instruct in morals or values; chastise.