inflate — to fill something with air or gas so that it becomes larger
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to fill something with air or gas so that it becomes larger
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈfleɪt/
Korean meaning: 공기나 가스를 넣어 부풀리다
Korean pronunciation: 인**플레**이트
Example Sentences
- My dad tried to inflate a pool float but ended up looking like a pufferfish himself.
- The politician's promises tend to inflate faster than a birthday balloon.
- You need to inflate your bicycle tires before the long ride.
inflate
VERB//ɪnˈfleɪt//
to fill something with air or gas so that it becomes larger
to fill something with air or gas so that it becomes larger
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Origin
From Latin 'inflatus', the past participle of 'inflare', meaning 'to blow into' or 'to puff up'. It combines the prefix 'in-' (into) with 'flare' (to blow).
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“My dad tried to inflate a pool float but ended up looking like a pufferfish himself.”
“The politician's promises tend to inflate faster than a birthday balloon.”
“You need to inflate your bicycle tires before the long ride.”
“Don't inflate your achievements on your resume.”
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