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Meaning of Descend
The primary meaning of the word "Descend" is to move downward, either physically or in a more abstract sense.
Definitions
- To move downward from a higher to a lower place or position
- To come or go down from a higher to a lower place, either physically or in a more abstract sense
- To be passed down or transferred from one generation to the next
Etymology of Descend
The word "Descend" originates from the Old French word "descendre," which is derived from the Latin words "de" (meaning "down") and "scandere" (meaning "to climb")
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe physical or metaphorical downward movement
Example Uses
- The hikers had to descend the mountain quickly due to the impending storm
- The company's profits began to descend after the economic downturn
- The inheritance will descend to the youngest child according to the will