nitor
Latin
verb
Definitions
- I bear or rest upon something, lean on; I am supported by; I am based on.
- I press forward, advance.
- I mount, climb, ascend; fly.
- I strain in give giving birth; bring forth.
- (figuratively) I strive, struggle, exert myself, make an effort, labor, endeavor.
- (figuratively) I try to prove, contend in argument, argue.
- (figuratively) I rest, rely, depend upon.
Etymology
Derived from Proto-Indo-European *kneygʷʰ- (bend, droop, lean toward, incline, tend).
Origin
Proto-Indo-European
*kneygʷʰ-
Gloss
bend, droop, lean toward, incline, tend
Concept
Semantic Field
Basic actions and technology
Ontological Category
Action/Process