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concluder

|con/clud/er|

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/kənˈkluːdər/

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/kənˈkluːdə/

(conclude)

bringing to an end

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'concluder' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'concludere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'cludere' meant 'to shut.'

Historical Evolution

'concludere' transformed into the Old French word 'conclure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conclude' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to shut together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring to an end.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person or thing that concludes or brings something to an end.

The concluder of the meeting summarized the key points.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45