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admove

|ad-move|

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/ædˈmuːv/

move towards

Etymology
Etymology Information

'admove' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'admovere,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'movere' meant 'to move.'

Historical Evolution

'admovere' transformed into the Old French word 'admovre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'admove' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to move towards,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to move or bring something towards a particular place or position.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to move or bring something towards a particular place or position.

The workers admove the equipment to the new site.

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Last updated: 2025/05/11 09:36