(Also pronounced bein, been.) Pres. part. of the verb to be, equivalent to because.
This word is noticed by Boucher, as much in use in the Middle States of America, and as an idiom of the Western counties of England. It is also heard among the illiterate in New England.
"I sent you no more peasen, been the rest would not leave suited you."
Boucher's Glossary.
The mug cost 15d. when 'twas new, but bein it had an old crack in it, I told her she needn't pay but a shilling for it.--Maj. Downing.
Bein' ye'll help Obed, I'll give ye the honey.--Margaret, p. 20.