contacts
|con-tacts|
B1
/ˈkɒn.tækts/
(contact)
connection or communication
Etymology
Etymology Information
'contact' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'contactus,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'tangere' meant 'to touch.'
Historical Evolution
'contactus' transformed into the French word 'contact,' and eventually became the modern English word 'contact' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to touch together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to communicate or connect.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or organization that you communicate with regularly.
I have several business contacts in Japan.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to communicate with someone, usually by phone or email.
She contacted me about the meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42