Consult etymology

English

English word consult comes from Latin com-, Latin consulo, Latin consultum, Latin -sulere

Etymology of consult

Detailed word origin of consult

Dictionary entry Language Definition
com- Latin (lat)
consulo Latin (lat) (ambitransitive, followed by the accusative or with de) I reflect upon, deliberate over, think (something) over.. (intransitive) I reflect, take thought, think things over.. (intransitive, followed by the dative) I am mindful of, pay attention to (someone's safety, life; dignity, reputation, etc.). (intransitive, followed by the dative) I look after the interests of, take care of (someone).. [...]
consultum Latin (lat) A decree, decision, resolution, plan, action taken, or measure adopted. A response by an oracle to the consultation or inquiry of a deity.
-sulere Latin (lat)
consulto Latin (lat) (with dative) I take care.. I consider, reflect.. I consult, deliberate, ask counsel of. Deliberately, purposely, expressly.
consulter Middle French (frm)
consult English (en) (US) A visit, e.g. to a doctor; a consultation.. (obsolete) A council; a meeting for consultation.. (obsolete) Agreement; concert.. (obsolete) The act of consulting or deliberating; consultation. (obsolete) the result of consultation; determination; decision. (intransitive) To advise or offer expertise.. (intransitive) To seek the opinion or advice of another; to take counsel; to deliberate [...]

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