English word grace comes from Proto-Indo-European *gʷr̥H-, Latin ago
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| *gʷr̥H- | Proto-Indo-European (ine-pro) | |
| ago | Latin (lat) | (of offerings) I slay, kill (as a sacrifice). (of plants) I put forth, sprout, extend. (of time) I pass, spend. I accomplish, manage, achieve. I chase, pursue. I discuss, plead, deliberate. I do, act, make, behave. I drive at, pursue (a course of action). I drive, conduct. I guide, govern, administer. I perform, transact. I push, move, impel. I rob, steal, plunder, carry off. I stir up, [...] |
| gratias agere | Latin (lat) | |
| grace | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | Grace; favor. Grace; gracefulness; elegance. |
| grace | Middle English (1100-1500) (enm) | |
| grace | English (eng) | (card games) A special move in a solitaire or patience game that is normally against the rules.. (countable) Short prayer of thanks before or after a meal.. (finance) An allowance of time granted for a debtor during which he is free of at least part of his normal obligations towards the creditor.. (not countable) Charming, pleasing qualities.. (not countable) Elegant movement; poise or [...] |