ALL meanings of be-have
be-have
B b - verb without object be-have to act in a particular way; conduct or comport oneself or itself: The ship behaves well. 1
- verb without object be-have to act properly: Did the child behave? 1
- verb without object be-have to act or react under given circumstances: This plastic behaves strangely under extreme heat or cold. 1
- verb with object be-have to conduct or comport (oneself) in a proper manner: Sit quietly and behave yourself. 1