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/
Korean meaning: 소유하다, 보유하다, 지니다
Korean pronunciation: 퍼**제**스
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
The shop owner possesses a valuable collection of rare antiques
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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.
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“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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