Assemblance

/əˈsɛmblən(t)s/ noun

Definition

An archaic term meaning resemblance, likeness, or the state of being similar in appearance or qualities.

Etymology

From Old French 'assemblance', from 'assembler' (to assemble/resemble), influenced by Latin 'similis' (similar). The word evolved to mean 'likeness' before becoming obsolete.

Kelly Says

This beautiful archaic word shows how 'assemble' and 'resemble' share the same root—both originally meant 'to look similar to'—a etymological remnant of how similar things naturally group together.

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