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recede

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Verb — To move gradually back or away from a previous position.

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receding hairline the tide recedes fear receded

Etymology

From Middle French receder and Latin recedere ("to withdraw"), from re- plus cedere ("to go").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “recede” mean?

The word “recede” means to move gradually back or away from a previous position. In plain terms, gradually moving back, shrinking away, or fading.

How do you pronounce “recede”?

“Recede” is pronounced rih-SEED (/ɹɪˈsiːd/ in IPA).

How do you use “recede” in a sentence?

Here is “recede” used in a sentence: “The floodwaters began to recede after two days.”

What part of speech is “recede”?

“Recede” is a verb.

Where does the word “recede” come from?

The word “recede” comes from Latin. From Middle French receder and Latin recedere ("to withdraw"), from re- plus cedere ("to go").

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