What is the meaning of the word "abide"?

Definitions:

  1. To accept or follow a rule, decision, or recommendation. copy to clipboard VERB
    • You must abide by the rules of the game. copy to clipboard
  2. To reside or live in a place. copy to clipboard VERB
    • In days of old, people woud abide in simpler dwellings. copy to clipboard
  3. To tolerate or withstand something unpleasant. copy to clipboard VERB
    • I cannot abide his constant complaining. copy to clipboard

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