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render

|ren-der|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈrɛndər/

🇬🇧

/ˈrɛndə/

provide or make

Etymology
Etymology Information

'render' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reddere,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'dare' meant 'to give.'

Historical Evolution

'reddere' transformed into the Old French word 'rendre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'render' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to give back,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'provide,' 'make,' and 'depict.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to provide or give (a service, help, etc.).

The company renders excellent customer service.

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Verb 2

to cause to be or become; make.

The shock rendered him speechless.

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Verb 3

to represent or depict artistically.

The artist rendered the scene beautifully.

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Verb 4

to melt down (fat) to clarify it.

The chef rendered the bacon fat for cooking.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35