Resort
/rɪˈzɔːrt/noun
To turn to or adopt a particular course of action, especially in a difficult situation.
Did you know?The term 'resort' originates from the Latin 'resortire', which literally meant to 'return' or 'fall back', hinting at the cyclical nature of seeking refuge.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
resortire
“to return, fall back, or go back again.”
Old French
Old French
resortir
“to return, to go back, or to come back.”
14th Century
Middle English
resorten
“to turn back or retreat to a place.”
Modern English
English
resort
“to turn to or adopt a course of action.”
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