conge

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun (architecture) a concave molding
  2. noun formal permission to depart
  3. noun an abrupt and unceremonious dismissal

Etymology

From French conge, from Latin congius. Only attested in English in the obsolete plural form congys.

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Synonyms

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