consisting
|con/sist/ing|
B2
/kənˈsɪstɪŋ/
(consist)
made up of
Etymology
Etymology Information
'consist' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'consistere', where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'sistere' meant 'to stand'.
Historical Evolution
'consistere' transformed into the Old French word 'consister', and eventually became the modern English word 'consist' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stand together', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to be composed or made up of'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'consist'.
The team is consisting of five members.
Synonyms
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