adducers
|ad-duc-ers|
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/əˈdjuːsərz/
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/əˈdjuːsəz/
(adduce)
cite as evidence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adduce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adducere,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'
Historical Evolution
'adducere' transformed into the French word 'adduire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adduce' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead or bring forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cite as evidence.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'adducer', referring to those who adduce or bring forward evidence or arguments.
The adducers presented compelling evidence in the case.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 21:36