contact
UK: ˈkɒntækt | US: ˈkɑːntækt
n. the state or condition of touching or meeting
n. communication or interaction between people or groups
vt. to get in touch or communicate with someone
The word contact originates from Latin contactus, the past participle of contingere ("to touch together"). It entered English in the early 17th century, initially describing physical touch and later expanding to abstract interactions (e.g., communication). The logic is straightforward: con- (together) + tact (touch) → "touching together," which metaphorically extends to social or professional connections.
Skin contact with the chemical may cause irritation.
She lost contact with her childhood friends after moving abroad.
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The two wires must make direct contact for the circuit to work.
His research focuses on cultural contact between ancient civilizations.