mode — a way or manner in which something occurs or is experienced, expressed, or done
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a way or manner in which something occurs or is experienced, expressed, or done
Pronunciation (IPA): /moʊd/
Example Sentences
- My mom accidentally put her phone in airplane mode during dinner and wondered why nobody was calling her.
- When I'm in study mode, even my cat knows not to disturb me.
- The washing machine has an eco mode that saves water and energy.
mode
NOUN[/moʊd/]
a way or manner in which something occurs or is experienced, expressed, or done
As the driver turns the selector, the car instantly changes its driving mode.
Flip the code, shift the mode, and watch the power explode.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'modus' meaning 'measure, manner, or way.' The word entered Middle English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to describe a way or manner of doing something.
Breakdown
Latin 'modus' (measure, manner, way) = mode
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📝Examples
“My mom accidentally put her phone in airplane mode during dinner and wondered why nobody was calling her.”
“When I'm in study mode, even my cat knows not to disturb me.”
“The washing machine has an eco mode that saves water and energy.”
“He switched to vacation mode the moment he left the office.”
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