Middle English word forbisen comes from Old English fore-, Old English bȳsen, Old English bysen
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| fore- | Old English (ang) | Before, in front of, pro-. First, prime, occupying a prominent position. Very, supremely, foremost. |
| bȳsen | Old English (ang) | |
| bysen | Old English (ang) | Example. Parable; precept, command. Pattern, model, exemplar; illustration. |
| forebȳsen | Old English (ang) | |
| forbisen | Middle English (enm) | A parable or fable; a proverb. An example or or model (to be imitated); a precedent. |