2. cause
verb. ['ˈkɑːz, ˈkɔz'] give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally.
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Etymology
- cause (English)
- cause (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cause (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. cause
verb. ['ˈkɑːz, ˈkɔz'] cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner.
Etymology
- cause (English)
- cause (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cause (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
4. cause
noun. ['ˈkɑːz, ˈkɔz'] events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something.
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Etymology
- cause (English)
- cause (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cause (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
5. cause
noun. ['ˈkɑːz, ˈkɔz'] a justification for something existing or happening.
Etymology
- cause (English)
- cause (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cause (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
6. cause
noun. ['ˈkɑːz, ˈkɔz'] a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end.
Etymology
- cause (English)
- cause (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cause (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
7. cause
noun. ['ˈkɑːz, ˈkɔz'] any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results.
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Etymology
- cause (English)
- cause (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cause (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
8. cause
noun. ['ˈkɑːz, ˈkɔz'] a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy.
Synonyms
Etymology
- cause (English)
- cause (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cause (Old French (842-ca. 1400))