English word origin

Etymology of conge

From French conge, from Latin congius. Only attested in English in the obsolete plural form congys.

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Source etymology 1

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noun

Alternative form of congy, congius, ancient Roman units of liquid measure and mass.

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From French conge, from Latin congius. Only attested in English in the obsolete plural form congys.

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Unspecified derivation mentioncongefr
Unspecified derivation mentioncongiusla

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Source etymology 2

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noun

Alternative form of congé: an apophyge or cavetto. · Alternative form of congee: a leavetaking, a farewell.

verb

Synonym of congee: to take leave, to bid farewell, in various senses; to bow, to curtsey, etc.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Accentless form of congé.

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