Comes — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun phrase /ˈkəm/

Meaning & Definition of Comes

Comes (verb)

  1. to move toward something, approach
  2. to move or journey to a vicinity with a specified purpose
  3. to reach a particular station in a series

Comes (noun)

  1. semen
  2. orgasm

Comes (phrase)

  1. a decisive moment comes
  2. to not worry about a possible problem until it actually happens
  3. if that is necessary
  4. if the worst possible thing happens
  5. if the worst possible thing happens
  6. if the worst possible thing happens
  7. nothing results from
  8. —used to refer to becoming successful or wealthy

Word Forms of Comes

Inflections: came, come, coming

Origin & Etymology of Comes

Middle English, from Old English cuman; akin to Old High German queman to come, Latin venire, Greek bainein to walk, go

First known use: before 12th centuryi

Words & Phrases Containing Comes

push comes to shove, cross that bridge when one comes to it, if it comes to that, if (the) worse comes to (the) worst, if (the) worst comes to (the) worst, if worse comes to worse, nothing comes of, someone's ship comes in

Frequently Asked Questions about Comes

What does "Comes" mean?

"Comes" means to move toward something, approach. As an a verb, a noun and a phrase, it is defined as: to move toward something, approach. It has 13 distinct senses.

Is "Comes" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Comes" can be used as a verb, a noun and a phrase, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Comes"?

"Comes" is pronounced /ˈkəm/.

What is the origin of the word "Comes"?

"Comes" comes from Middle English, from Old English cuman; akin to Old High German queman to come, Latin venire, Greek bainein to walk, go. First known use: before 12th centuryi.

What does "Comes" mean as a verb?

As a verb, "Comes" means: to move toward something, approach; to move or journey to a vicinity with a specified purpose; to reach a particular station in a series.

What does "Comes" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Comes" means: semen; orgasm.

What does "Comes" mean as a phrase?

As a phrase, "Comes" means: a decisive moment comes; to not worry about a possible problem until it actually happens; if that is necessary.

What are the forms of "Comes"?

The word forms of "Comes" include came, come and coming.