non-convert
|non/con/vert|
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/nɑn kənˈvɜrt/
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/nɒn kənˈvɜːt/
unconverted person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-convert' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'convert' from Latin 'convertere', where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'vertere' meant 'to turn'.
Historical Evolution
'convertere' transformed into the Old French word 'convertir', and eventually became the modern English word 'convert'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'convert' meant 'to turn together', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to change one's beliefs or religion'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who has not converted to a particular religion or belief system.
Despite the missionary efforts, he remained a non-convert.
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Last updated: 2025/01/22 09:10