GERMANE


Meaning of GERMANE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ (ˌ)jər-ˈmān ]

adjective

Etymology: Middle English germain, literally, having the same parents, from Anglo-French

Date: 14th century

1. obsolete : closely akin

2. : being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting

omit details that are not germane to the discussion

Synonyms: see relevant

• ger·mane·ly adverb

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