The surrender
Example: The surrender marked the end of the long and brutal war.
Definition
"The surrender" refers to the act of giving up or yielding control, often in a military context, where one party ceases resistance and submits to the authority of another. It marks the end of conflict or hostilities, as in the phrase, "The surrender marked the end of the long and brutal war."
Etymology
The term "the surrender" comes from the Old French word 'surrendre,' meaning 'to give up' or 'to deliver.' It combines 'sur-' meaning 'over' and 'rendre' meaning 'to give back.' Did you know? The concept of surrender has been central in warfare for centuries, often signaling not just defeat but also the hope for peace.
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"The surrender" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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