What's the past tense of "dive"? Of "spell"?

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What's the difference between 'dived' and 'dove' as the past tense of 'to dive'? 'Spelled' and 'spelt' (to spell)? There are others which are similar. Is one form British usage?

You might want to have a look at the question evolution of irregular verbs over the last century. — Alain Pannetier Φ, May 12 '11 at 13:17

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Spelled: Past tense of 'spell'

Spelt: An old kind of wheat (Triticum spelta) with bearded ears and spikelets that each contain two narrow grains, not widely grown but favored as a health food.

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answered May 12 '11 at 13:16

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What's the past tense of "dive"? Of "spell"?

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