RESPOND


Meaning of RESPOND in English

v.

Pronunciation: ri- ' spänd

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English respounde, literally, reply, from Anglo-French respuns, respunt response

Date: 15th century

: an engaged pillar supporting an arch or closing a colonnade or arcade

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