conge Meaning & Definition
What Does Conge Mean?
Conge is used as a noun meaning Alternative form of congy, congius, ancient Roman units of liquid measure and mass. As a verb, it means Synonym of congee: to take leave, to bid farewell, in various senses; to bow, to curtsey, etc. As a verb, it means To give congee, (particularly).
Word Facts for Conge
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | congee, cavetto and conge |
| Plural | conges |
| Verb forms | conges, congeing, conged |
Conge Definition (Noun)
- Alternative form of congy, congius, ancient Roman units of liquid measure and mass.
Noun
- Alternative form of congé: an apophyge or cavetto.
- Alternative form of congee: a leavetaking, a farewell.
Conge as a Verb
- Synonym of congee: to take leave, to bid farewell, in various senses; to bow, to curtsey, etc.
Noun
- An ancient Roman unit of volume in liquid measure consisting of six sextarii or one-eighth amphora (about 118 fluid ounces).
- An ancient Roman unit of weight under Vespasian equal to the weight of a congius of water.
Noun
- A curvature found on the top or bottom of certain columns.
Noun
- Leave, formal permission for some action, :
- Formal dismissal; any dismissal; (originally & particularly humorously ironic) abrupt dismissal without ceremony.
- Formal leavetaking; any farewell.
- A fee paid to make another go away, alms to a persistent beggar.
- A bow, curtsey, or other gesture made at departure but (later) including at greeting or in obeissance or respect.
Verb
- To give congee, (particularly)
- To take congee: to leave ceremoniously.
- To make a congee: to bow, curtsey, etc., (particularly dialectal) while leaving; to make obeissance, show respect, or defer to someone or something.
Synonyms of Conge
Conge synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
conge (plural conges)
conge (third-person singular simple present conges, present participle congeing, simple past and past participle conged)
Words That Rhyme With Conge
Origin of Conge
Origin 1: From French conge, from Latin congius. Only attested in English in the obsolete plural form congys.
Origin 2: Accentless form of congé.
Frequently Asked Questions About Conge
Is conge a noun or a verb?
Conge is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for conge?
Words with a similar meaning to conge include congee, cavetto and conge. See the full list of conge synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of conge?
The plural of conge is conges.
What is the past tense of conge?
The past tense of conge is conged. The present participle is congeing.