Reminding: meaning, definitions and examples
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reminding
[ rΙͺΛmaΙͺndΙͺΕ ]
action, recall
Reminding refers to the act of causing someone to remember something. It can involve nudging someone's memory about a past event, obligation, or piece of information. It is often used in contexts such as education, meetings, or daily life reminders.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She is reminding him about the meeting tomorrow.
- Please remind me to buy groceries later.
- The teacher is reminding students of their homework deadlines.
Word origin
The word 'reminding' is derived from the verb 'remind', which first appeared in Middle English in the late 14th century. It comes from the Old French word 'remembrer', which itself is a combination of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'membrer' meaning 'to remember'. The use of 'remind' essentially evolved to convey the action of bringing something back to one's memory or awareness. Over the centuries, 'remind' has become a commonplace term in various contexts, particularly in educational settings and in everyday use, and it emphasizes the importance of memory in human interactions.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranked #11,336, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.
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