Chapter Bestrode to Better of B by Webster's Dictionary (1913 Edition)

3. To surpass in excellence; to exceed; to excel.

The works of nature do always aim at that which can not be bettered.
Hooker.

4. To give advantage to; to support; to advance the interest of. [Obs.]

Weapons more violent, when next we meet,
May serve to better us and worse our foes.
Milton.

Syn. — To improve; meliorate; ameliorate; mend; amend; correct; emend; reform; advance; promote.

Better
(Bet"ter), v. i. To become better; to improve. Carlyle.

Better
(Bet"ter), n. One who bets or lays a wager.