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verb (used with object)
1.
to bear or conduct (oneself); behave: He comported himself with dignity.
verb (used without object)
2.
to be in agreement, harmony, or conformity (usually followed by with): His statement does not comport with the facts.
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Comported
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
noun
3.
Obsolete. comportment.
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Etymonline
Word Origin & History
comport
late 14c., from M.Fr. comporter "endure, behave," from L. comportare "to bring together," from com- "together" + portare "to carry" (see port (1)). Meaning "to agree with, suit" (with with) is from 1589.
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