position — a particular place where someone or something is located or has been put
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a particular place where someone or something is located or has been put
Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˈzɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- My cat always sleeps in the most uncomfortable position possible.
- The new CEO will position the company as a leader in sustainable technology.
- I'm in the awkward position of having to fire my best friend's son.
position
NOUN[/pəˈzɪʃən/]
a particular place where someone or something is located or has been put
The chess player carefully chooses the best position for the next move.
Perfect position guides the mission with clear vision!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'positus', the past participle of 'ponere' meaning 'to place' or 'to put'. The word entered English through Old French 'position' in the 14th century.
Breakdown
Latin root 'pon-' (to place) + '-tion' (noun suffix indicating action or state) = position (a place where something is located)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat always sleeps in the most uncomfortable position possible.”
“The new CEO will position the company as a leader in sustainable technology.”
“I'm in the awkward position of having to fire my best friend's son.”
“The yoga instructor asked us to hold this position for five minutes - I think she's secretly a torturer.”
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