subduct

Meanings

• Verb

  To draw back or withdraw, especially forcibly.

  - "The ocean subducts the land during an earthquake."
  - "He subdued his anger before speaking."

• Verb

  To bring under control or submission.

  - "The king subdued the rebellion."
  - "She subdued her fear."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with subduct
duck , muck , luck

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Variants

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subduct , subducted , subducting , subduction , subductions , subducts

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Etymology

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From the Latin subducere, meaning 'to draw under'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'subduct' is also used in geology to describe the process by which one tectonic plate is forced beneath another. This process is responsible for the creation of mountain ranges and volcanic activity.

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Related Concepts

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1. subdue: To bring under control or submission. This term is closely related to 'subduct' as they share the same root and similar meanings.

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How to Memorize "subduct"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large wave pulling back before crashing onto the shore. This represents the idea of 'subduct' as a verb meaning 'to draw back' or 'to withdraw'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'subduct' with the idea of bringing something under control or submission. For example, think of a strong leader subduing their enemies or a person subduing their emotions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Subtract Under' to remember the meaning of 'subduct'. This can help you remember that 'subduct' means 'to draw under' or 'to bring under control'.

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