Etymology:
Meaning:
To depend on or trust someone or something for support, help, or information.
Origin:
The word "rely" emerged in Middle English during the 14th century. It initially meant "to bind or attach," particularly in a legal context. Over time, the meaning broadened to encompass the more general notion of "trusting" or "depending on."
Note:
The word "reliable" is derived from the verb "rely" and means "worthy of being trusted or depended on."
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