What is the meaning of the word Avoke? (English meaning)

In summary, the conversation discusses the definition of the word "avoke," which means to call from or back again, and its obscurity in modern English. Some participants suggest it may be used in legal documents and discuss its Latin roots. The original poster cannot remember where they saw the word and is looking for a similar word that means "wasting everybody's time."
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I look in the Dictionary and his definitions is:
Avoke = To call from or back again
I don't understand nothing. Can someone explain to me the definition (i.e. in other words).
Thanks in Advance.
 
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Did you also see that it is obsolete? I have read thousands of books in English over a period of many decades and I have never seen that word used.

Are you reading a very old textbook or something?
 
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Neither my etymology website nor the Cambridge dictionary knows that word. However, they refuse to know the term voke either. I love these sites!
 
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phinds said:
Did you also see that it is obsolete? I have read thousands of books in English over a period of many decades and I have never seen that word used.

Are you reading a very old textbook or something?
I don't remember the context of its. I think there was expression like (I not sure exactly!!):
"to avoke the law"
 
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askingquestion said:
I don't remember the context of its. I think there was expression like (I not sure exactly!!):
"to avoke the law"
Hm ... to "invoke" the law would make sense in modern English.

It IS possible that this archaic term is still in use in legal documents. Lawyers LOVE obscure words.
 
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To call back a law from away meaning another time or place..
This has good Latin roots avoco ("call"+"away"). I rather like the word.
But I am also fond of expletives
 
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hutchphd said:
To call back a law from away meaning another time or place..
This has good Latin roots avoco ("call"+"away"). I rather like the word.
But [And] I am also fond of expletives
Fixed that for you. A man of culture, you are.
 
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How 'bout "evoke?"
 
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Bystander said:
How 'bout "evoke?"
I was thinking that.
 
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askingquestion said:
I don't remember the context
So you don't remember the context, and it seems like you aren't even correctly remmebering the word - and you certainly can't check it since you don't remember exactly where you saw it.

I'm looking for a word that means "wasting everybody's time".
 
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Vanadium 50 said:
So you don't remember the context, and it seems like you aren't even correctly remmebering the word - and you certainly can't check it since you don't remember exactly where you saw it.

I'm looking for a word that means "wasting everybody's time".
You right. So, I will not continue asking question on this stage.
 
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That certainly provoked a response!
 
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You right. So, I will not continue asking question on this stage.
The thread will thus remain closed.
 
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FAQ: What is the meaning of the word Avoke? (English meaning)

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What is the meaning of the word "avoke" in English?

The word "avoke" is an archaic term that means to call forth or summon, especially in the context of evoking memories or feelings.

Is "avoke" commonly used in modern English?

No, "avoke" is not commonly used in modern English. It is considered an obsolete or archaic term.

What is the origin of the word "avoke"?

The word "avoke" originates from Latin, combining "a-" meaning "to" and "vocare" meaning "to call." It was used in Middle English but has since fallen out of regular use.

Can "avoke" be used interchangeably with "evoke"?

While "avoke" and "evoke" share similar meanings, "evoke" is the preferred and modern term used to describe calling forth memories, feelings, or images. "Avoke" is considered archaic.

Are there any synonyms for "avoke" in contemporary English?

Yes, synonyms for "avoke" in contemporary English include "evoke," "summon," "call forth," and "invoke."

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