SUMMON Meaning and
Definition
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"Summon" is a transitive verb that refers to the act of calling, requesting, or inviting someone or something to appear, come, or join a specified place or situation. It entails using authority, power, or influence to bring a person, entity, or force into presence or action. This action is often done by issuing a formal or authoritative request, command, or order.
When used in the context of summoning people, it typically implies a legal or official request for them to appear in court, attend a meeting, or testify as a witness. Summoning can also involve calling someone for assistance, guidance, or advice, indicating a desire for their presence and involvement.
When applied to supernatural or mystical contexts, summoning refers to invoking or calling upon supernatural beings, spirits, or forces to appear, manifest, or perform certain actions. It suggests the belief in the ability to communicate or interact with such ethereal entities through rituals, spells, or mystical practices.
Additionally, "to summon" can denote bringing forth or evoking certain emotions, thoughts, or memories, as if beckoning them from within oneself. It suggests an intentional effort to recall or surface specific mental or emotional states.
In essence, "summon" involves actively and deliberately requesting, calling, or invoking the presence, assistance, or manifestation of someone or something, from both the physical and metaphysical realms.
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To call by authority to appear at a place specified; to give notice to appear in court; to cite.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of SUMMON
The word "summon" derives from the late Middle English word "somnien" or "somnen", which itself evolved from the Old French word "somondre". The Old French term can be traced back to the Latin word "summonēre", meaning "to remind secretly" or "to summon". "Summonēre" is composed of two elements: "sub", meaning "under", and "monēre", meaning "to warn" or "to advise". Over time, "summon" has retained its basic meaning of calling someone to appear for a particular purpose or commanding their presence.
Idioms with the word SUMMON
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summon sth up
To "summon something up" means to bring forth or call upon a particular feeling, memory, or image. It refers to consciously and actively bringing something to mind or evoking a specific emotion or thought.
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summon sm to sm or sth
The idiom "summon someone to someone or something" means to request or command someone to come to a particular person or place. It indicates a formal or authoritative request for someone's presence or involvement in a particular situation or location.
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summon sm before sm or sth
The idiom "summon someone before someone or something" means to request or order someone to appear in front of a person or authority for a particular purpose or to address a certain matter. It implies calling upon someone to be present for a meeting, investigation, court hearing, or similar events.
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summon before
The phrase "summon before" typically means to call or request someone to appear before a person or authority figure, usually in a formal or legal setting. It implies a command or order to attend a meeting, hearing, or court proceeding.
Similar spelling words for SUMMON
Conjugate verb Summon
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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FUTURE
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IMPERATIVE
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PRESENT
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