date

UK: deɪt | US: deɪt

Definition

  1. n. a specific day, month, or year

  2. n. a social or romantic appointment

  3. vt. to assign a time or period to something

  4. vt. to go on a romantic outing with someone

Structure
dat <given>e <suffix>
Etymology

date = dat<given> + e<suffix>

  • dat (from Latin datus, past participle of dare "to give")
  • e (a common suffix in English with no specific meaning here)

Etymology Origin:
The word "date" traces back to Latin datus, meaning "given," as in a given day or time. It evolved through Old French date (referring to a written note specifying time) before entering English. The romantic sense emerged later, metaphorically extending the idea of "assigning time" to social engagements.

Examples

  1. The date of the meeting is set for next Monday.

  2. They went on their first date last weekend.

  3. This manuscript dates back to the 12th century.

  4. She’s been dating him for six months.

  5. Check the expiration date on the milk carton.