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comes

|comes|

A1

/kʌmz/

(come)

approach or arrive

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPresent ParticipleNoun
comecomescamecomingcomings
Etymology
Etymology Information

'come' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cuman', where 'cuman' meant 'to move or travel'.

Historical Evolution

'cuman' transformed into the Middle English word 'comen', and eventually became the modern English word 'come'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to move or travel', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to arrive or reach a place'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

third person singular present tense of 'come'.

She comes to the office every day.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40