From Middle English umbegon, from Old English ymbgān ("to go around, go about, surround"), from Proto-Germanic *umbi ("around"), *gāną, equivalent to um- + bego, or um- + go.
Modern English dictionary
Explore and search massive catalog of over 900,000 word meanings.
Word of the Day
Get a curated memorable word every day.
Challenge yourself
Level up your vocabulary by setting personal goals.