The term 'COMES BY' can be defined by five different crossword solutions: SECURES (7 letters), VISITS (6 letters), OBTAINS (7 letters), GETS (4 letters), and INHERITS (8 letters). To 'SECURE' something is to make it safe or protected, while to 'VISIT' is to go to a place for a short period of time. To 'OBTAIN' something is to GET it, while to 'GET' something is to acquire it. Finally, to 'INHERIT' something is to receive it from someone else, usually through a will or other legal document.