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Bette

A diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning God is my oath.

Meaning and origin

Bette is an English diminutive of Elizabeth, popularized in the 20th century particularly through American actress Bette Davis, who won four Academy Awards.

How to pronounce Bette

English (US)BET

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