complier
|com-pli-er|
B2
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/kəmˈplaɪər/
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/kəmˈplaɪə/
(comply)
follow rules
Etymology
Etymology Information
'complier' originates from the verb 'comply', which comes from the Latin word 'complere', where 'com-' meant 'together' and 'plere' meant 'to fill'.
Historical Evolution
'complere' transformed into the Old French word 'complir', and eventually became the modern English word 'comply', from which 'complier' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'comply' meant 'to fulfill or complete', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to act in accordance with a wish or command'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/28 14:21
