un|bid|da|ble

un|bid|da|ble
un|bid|da|ble «uhn BIHD uh bwa>l», adjective.
1. British. not to be commanded; not obedient: »

The unbiddable spirit of perfection might come or it might not (Paul Jennings).

2. (of a hand or suit in cards) not strong enough to justify a bid.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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