germane
|ger/mane|
C1
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/dʒərˈmeɪn/
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/dʒɜːˈmeɪn/
relevant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'germane' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'germain', where 'germain' meant 'closely related'.
Historical Evolution
'germain' changed from the Old French word 'germain' and eventually became the modern English word 'germane'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'closely related by blood', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relevant or pertinent'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relevant or pertinent to the subject at hand.
The lawyer's argument was germane to the case.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 05:31