An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

To take part, be or become actively involved.

Etymology (EN): From L. paticipatus p.p. of partcipare “to share,” from particeps “partaking, sharing,” from part-, pars “part,” → partial, + capere “to take,” → concept.

Etymology (PE): Pârgertidan, from pâr “part,” → partial, + gertidan “to take,” → concept.