approach

approach

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/əˈpɹəʊt͡ʃ/]

Senses

1. approach (verb) — sense 1

Definition: To come or go near, in place or time; to move toward; to advance nearer; to draw nigh.

Example: She approached the door cautiously.

2. approach (verb) — sense 2

Definition: To play an approach shot.

3. approach (verb) — sense 3

Definition: Used intransitively, followed by to: to draw near (to someone or something); to make advances; to approximate or become almost equal.

Example: He approaches to the character of the ablest statesman.

Structure of the word

Roots:
  • per (fare, Proto-Indo-European)
  • kʷe (Proto-Indo-European)

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