locate — to find the exact position of something or someone
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to find the exact position of something or someone
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈloʊkeɪt/
Example Sentences
- The pizza delivery guy called three times because he couldn't locate our house in the maze-like apartment complex.
- Scientists are trying to locate the exact position of the black hole.
- My mom has a supernatural ability to locate my hidden snacks anywhere in the house.
locate
VERB[/ˈloʊkeɪt/]
to find the exact position of something or someone
The rescue team located the missing hiker in the forest.
The app located the nearest coffee shop. (LOCATION + FIND = LOCATE → to discover where something is)
Locate the treasure, navigate the cave, and celebrate the discovery.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'locare' meaning 'to place or put', derived from 'locus' meaning 'place'. The word entered English through Medieval Latin and Old French.
Breakdown
loc- (place) + -ate (verb suffix) = locate
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The pizza delivery guy called three times because he couldn't locate our house in the maze-like apartment complex.”
“Scientists are trying to locate the exact position of the black hole.”
“My mom has a supernatural ability to locate my hidden snacks anywhere in the house.”
“The new shopping mall will be located near the subway station.”
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