An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

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vanquish
  وانیدن  
vânidan
Fr.: vaincre  

  1. To → conquer or subdue by superior force, as in battle.

    1. To defeat in any contest or conflict; be victorious over (Dictionary.com).

Etymology (EN): O.Fr. venquis-, extended stem of veintre “to defeat,” from L. vincere “to overcome, conquer.”

Etymology (PE): Vânidan, from Mid.Pers. vânidan “to vanquish, to conquer;” cf. Av. van- “to vanquish, to defeat;” Skt. van- “to win, conquer;” O.E. winnan, E. win, PIE *uen- “to win, conquer.”