Delve
(delv) verb
Comes from the Middle English word delven from Old English delfan.
Has an archaic sense of “to dig.”
The author’s new book will delve into the complexities of human emotions and relationships.
The detective decided to delve deeper into the mysterious disappearance of the valuable painting.
designative; descriptive.
First recorded around 1375–1425.
Comes via late Middle English from the Late Latin word appellātīvus.
Related to the Latin word appellātus, meaning “called upon, named, appealed to.”
The appellative term “Big Apple” is often used to describe the city of New York.
In this context, the word “whale” is an appellative for large marine mammals.
in or with the family; at home.
First recorded in 1720–30.
Comes from the French phrase, translated literally as “in family.”
The tradition of Sunday brunch en famille is cherished in many households.
When you appreciate your co-workers, working doesn’t feel like work; it feels like you are spending time en famille.
(delv) verb
to carry on intensive and thorough research for data, information, or the like; investigate.
First recorded before 900.
More about Delve
Comes from the Middle English word delven from Old English delfan.
Has an archaic sense of “to dig.”
Examples of Delve
The detective decided to delve deeper into the mysterious disappearance of the valuable painting.
Appellative
(uh-pel-uh-tiv) adjective
More about Appellative
Comes via late Middle English from the Late Latin word appellātīvus.
Related to the Latin word appellātus, meaning “called upon, named, appealed to.”
Examples of Appellative
The appellative term “Big Apple” is often used to describe the city of New York.
In this context, the word “whale” is an appellative for large marine mammals.
En famille
(ahnfa-mee-yuh) adverb
More about En famille
Comes from the French phrase, translated literally as “in family.”
Examples of En famille
When you appreciate your co-workers, working doesn’t feel like work; it feels like you are spending time en famille.
Inputs Courtesy: Dictionary.com
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