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Meaning of Abandon
The primary meaning of the word "abandon" is to leave or desert something or someone.
Definitions
- To leave or desert something or someone, especially in a time of need
- * To give up or renounce a claim, right, or interest in something
- * To stop or discontinue an activity or project
Etymology of Abandon
The word "abandon" comes from the Old French word "abandoner", which is derived from "a" (to) and "bandon" (power, control), and is related to the Latin word "abandonare", meaning to hand over or surrender
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of leaving or deserting something or someone
Example Uses
- The crew had to abandon ship when it caught fire
- * She abandoned her car on the side of the road and walked to the nearest town
- * The company abandoned its plans to expand into the new market