/prɪˈzent/

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Meaning

To show or give something to a group of people.

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Word origin

From Latin praesentare, meaning to place something before someone.

Origin
Latin
Root
praesentare
English cognates
presence, presentation

Grammar

Verb typeregular (present, presents, presented)

Examples

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You "present something to" the people who are watching.

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"Present someone with something" is used for prizes and gifts.

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The stress falls on the second part of the verb: pre-SENT.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 6: present, leg, worth and 7 more words.