Capituler
Example: Les soldats ont finalement capitulé après plusieurs jours de siège.
Definition
"Capituler" means to surrender or give up resistance, especially in a military context, often after a prolonged struggle or siege. It implies yielding to an opponent's demands or conditions, as in the example where soldiers finally capitulate after several days of siege.
Etymology
The word "capituler" comes from the Latin 'capitulum,' meaning 'little head' or 'chapter,' referring to the headings of agreements. Historically, it evolved to mean entering into terms or conditions, particularly in military contexts where one side agrees to surrender under negotiated terms. Did you know? The original sense related to drafting articles or chapters in a treaty.
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