-fuge

a combining form occurring in compound words which have the general sense “something that repels or drives away” whatever is specified by the initial element:
vermifuge.

-fuge

combining form

Origin of -fuge¹

< French < Latin -fugus, derivative of fugāre to drive away

Origin of -fuge¹

from Latin fugāre to expel, put to flight

Cum autem illuc peruenisset, timore eius consternata pars aduersa cessit, fuge presidio se saluando.

Another mode was, if any two were egged on to try their strength, the one gave the other what was called fuge.

This being done, he was requested to follow up this procedure by giving his antagonist fuge, or a blow.

In the Kunst der Fuge Bach has shown with the utmost clearness how in his opinion the various types of fugue may be classified.

He may not die; his "moriamur" is answered by the reiterated "Depart" of the gods, the "Heu, fuge!"

April 25, 2024firkin

[fur-kin ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse