partake
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/pɑrˈteɪk/
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/pɑːˈteɪk/
participate or share
Etymology
Etymology Information
'partake' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'partaken,' where 'part-' meant 'portion' and 'take' meant 'to seize or grasp.'
Historical Evolution
'partaken' transformed into the modern English word 'partake' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take a portion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to participate or share.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35