English

came

/ˈkeɪ̯m/
Used to indicate that the following event, period, or change in state occurred in the past, after a time of waiting, enduring, or anticipation

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    Etymology 1

    See come.

    Etymology 2

    Attested from the 17th century, of unknown origin. Possibly from kame (“a ridge”). Compare Scots came (“comb”), Scots kame (“combing; a ridge”), and Middle English camet (“silver”).

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    Related: Scots came, Scots kame, Middle English camet

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