Appropre

/əˈprɑːpr/ verb

Definition

To take possession of something for one's own use; to take or seize.

Etymology

From Old French 'aprendre,' from Latin 'ad' (to) + 'prendere' (to take or seize). An obsolete form related to 'apprehend' and early 'appropriate.'

Kelly Says

This archaic word is the ancestor of 'appropriate'—you can see how 'appropre' (to seize) evolved into 'appropriate' (to take rightfully) and then 'appropriate' (suitable/fitting)!

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