converging
|con-ver-ging|
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/kənˈvɜrdʒɪŋ/
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/kənˈvɜːdʒɪŋ/
(converge)
coming together
Etymology
Etymology Information
'converge' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'convergere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'vergere' meant 'to incline.'
Historical Evolution
'convergere' transformed into the French word 'converger,' and eventually became the modern English word 'converge' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to incline together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'coming together from different directions to meet at a point.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
coming together from different directions to meet at a point.
The paths are converging at the center of the park.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45
