'consort' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'consors,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'sors' meant 'lot or fate.'

'consors' transformed into the Old French word 'consort,' and eventually became the modern English word 'consort' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'sharing the same fate,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'spouse' and 'associate with.'