English word treat comes from Latin -to (Forms frequentative verbs from existing verbs.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -to | Latin (lat) | Forms frequentative verbs from existing verbs. |
| trahere | Latin (lat) | |
| traiter | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | |
| treter | Anglo-Norman (xno) | |
| treten | Middle English (1100-1500) (enm) | |
| treat | English (en) | (intransitive) To discourse; to handle a subject in writing or speaking; to conduct a discussion. [from 14th c.]. (intransitive) To negotiate, discuss terms, bargain (for or with). [from 13th c.]. (transitive) To care for medicinally or surgically; to apply medical care to. [from 18th c.]. (transitive) To discourse on; to represent or deal with in a particular way, in writing or speaking. [...] |