approachen

approachen

English

Etymology

From Middle English approchen, equivalent to approach +‎ -en.

Verb

approachen

1. (obsolete) plural simple present of approach
   • 1579, Edmund Spenser, The Shepheardes Calender

     For when approachen the stormy Stowers,

     We mought with our Shoulders bear off the sharp Showres.

   • 1606, Nathaniel Baxter, Sir Philip Sydneys Ourania, that is, Endimions Song and Tragedie, containing all Philosophie

     As Phoebus fierie Steedes circlen the Spheare,

     Declyning the line, or approchen neare:

   • 1642, Henry More, Psychodia Platonica

     Ten thousands of his Saints approachen nie,

     To judge the world, and rule it with his rod.

   • a. 1722, Thomas Parnell, A Fairy Tale in the Ancient English Style

     Now sounding Tongues assail his Ear,

     Now sounding Feet approachen near,