possess — to own something or have a particular quality
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to own something or have a particular quality
Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˈzes/
Example Sentences
- My cat seems to possess the magical ability to knock things off tables at 3 AM.
- He possesses extensive experience in software development.
- The museum possesses one of the world's finest art collections.
possess
VERB[/pəˈzes/]
to own something or have a particular quality
She proudly possesses a rare vintage guitar she saved years to buy.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'possidere' meaning 'to own or occupy,' derived from 'potis' (able, powerful) and 'sedere' (to sit). The word entered English through Old French 'posséder' in the 13th century.
Breakdown
pos- (potent, able) + -sess (from sedere, to sit/settle) = possess (to have settled ownership of something)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat seems to possess the magical ability to knock things off tables at 3 AM.”
“He possesses extensive experience in software development.”
“The museum possesses one of the world's finest art collections.”
“She possesses the rare talent of making everyone laugh, even during boring meetings.”
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