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Why has french words such as Rendezvous become adopted and reused in the English language if it was an word?

You're right to be curious about this! It's not as simple as "French word" being adopted directly into English.

Here's the breakdown:

* "Rendezvous" is actually a French word. It was adopted into English in the 16th century and has been used consistently since then.

* Loanwords are common. English, being a Germanic language, has borrowed words from other languages throughout its history, including French, Latin, Greek, and many more. This borrowing is part of what makes English so diverse and rich.

* "Rendezvous" is a specific case. This word has been used in English for centuries and has become so integrated that it's no longer considered foreign. It's not just a random French word that popped up; it filled a specific need in English, referring to a meeting or gathering.

In short, "Rendezvous" wasn't just adopted and reused – it was integrated into the English language and became a natural part of its vocabulary. This process happens all the time with words from various languages.

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