Swedish

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Etymology

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First attested in the 14th century (Magnus Erikssons landslag). From Old Swedish häkta, from Low German hechten, alternative form of heften. Cognate with häfta.[1]

Verb

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häkta (present häktar, preterite häktade, supine häktat, imperative häkta)

  1. to detain awaiting trial; to remand

Conjugation

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