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lest (iou)



lest conjunction.

A neg. particle of intention or purpose, introducing a subjunct. clause expr. something to be prevented or guarded against: in order that..not. Also lest that. OE.
R. Kipling Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, Lest we forget, lest we forget. M. Sinclair She drew in her breath lest he should hear it now.
After verbs of fearing or phrs. indicating apprehension or danger, introducing a subjunct. clause expr. the event that is feared: that. OE.
F. Clissold I felt a strong inclination to sleep, and feared lest I should drop down.