thee

Definition

  • archaic objective case of 'thou'
  • used as a singular form of “you” when it is the object of a verb or preposition.
  • synonyms: thrive, prosper

Examples

  • “Sweet land of liberty, of 'thee' I sing…” <aq>Samuel Francis Smith, “My Country, 'Tis of Thee” (1831)</aq>

  • “I take 'thee' at thy word…” <aq>Shakespeare, 'Romeo and Juliet' (1594–95)</aq>

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Let's go home. Ok. (music) hold me (music) (music) like the River Jordan (music) (music) and I will then say to thee (music) (music) you were my friend (music) (music) carry me (music) (music) like you were my brother (music) (music) love me (..)
    1993 Free Willy