come
come · verb
Definitions
verb
- 1.
To move toward or arrive at a place.
- 2.
To occur or happen.
- 3.
To reach a particular state or position.
- 4.
To originate from.
- 5.
To be available.
Phrases & expressions
- •come across — to find by chance; to give an impression
- •come true — to become reality
- •come to terms with — to accept
- •come what may — regardless of consequences
- •come in handy — to be useful
- •come to think of it — on reflection
- •easy come, easy go — what's gained easily is lost easily
Related words
Etymology
From Old English "cuman" meaning to come or move toward, from Proto-Germanic "*kwemaną."