To comply
Example: The company complies with all safety regulations
Definition
"To comply" means to act in accordance with a request, rule, or command. It involves following instructions, meeting requirements, or adhering to standards set by an authority or regulation, as in the phrase: The company complies with all safety regulations.
Etymology
The verb "to comply" originates from the Latin word 'complere,' meaning 'to fill up or complete.' Over time, it evolved through Old French 'complir' to Middle English 'compliën,' carrying the sense of fulfilling or satisfying conditions. Did you know? Its connection to 'complete' highlights the idea of fully meeting expectations.
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"To comply" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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