Resort ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Resort ( verb )

1. To have recourse or turn to something for help, aid or support.
2. To fall back on something as a means of gaining an end.

Origin:

From the latin word "resortere" meaning "to go back, to return".

Examples:

1. He had to resort to using his savings.
2. She resorted to asking her parents for help.
3. The company resorted to laying off employees.
4. He had to resort to drastic measures.
5. They resorted to selling their house.

(As a noun)

Resort ( noun )

1. To have recourse or turn to something for help, aid or support.
2. To fall back on something as a means of gaining an end.

Origin:

From the latin word "resortere" meaning "to go back, to return".

Examples:

1. He had to resort to using his savings.
2. She resorted to asking her parents for help.
3. The company resorted to laying off employees.
4. He had to resort to drastic measures.
5. They resorted to selling their house.