To surrender
Example: The army decided to surrender after weeks of intense fighting.
Definition
"To surrender" means to give up control or possession of something, often in a conflict or confrontation, usually by yielding to an opponent's authority or demands. It often involves ceasing resistance and accepting defeat, as in the phrase: The army decided to surrender after weeks of intense fighting.
Etymology
The word "to surrender" comes from the Old French term 'surrendre', which means 'to give up' or 'deliver.' It is composed of 'sur-' meaning 'over' and 'rendre' meaning 'to give back.' Did you know? The concept of surrender has been crucial in warfare and diplomacy for centuries, symbolizing the transfer of power or control.
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"To surrender" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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