style — a particular way of doing, designing, or expressing something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a particular way of doing, designing, or expressing something
Pronunciation (IPA): /staɪl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's cooking style hasn't changed in 50 years - and thank goodness for that!
- His study style is unique: he listens to heavy metal while reading philosophy books.
- The company needs to update its management style to attract younger employees.
style
NOUN[/staɪl/]
a particular way of doing, designing, or expressing something
a particular way of doing, designing, or expressing something
Creating her style while keeping a smile
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'stilus', originally referring to a pointed writing instrument used on wax tablets, which then came to mean a manner of writing or expression, and eventually any distinctive manner or mode.
Breakdown
Latin 'stilus' (pointed instrument/manner of writing) → Old French 'stile' → Middle English 'stile' → Modern English 'style' (no productive morphemes in current English; functions as a simple root word)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's cooking style hasn't changed in 50 years - and thank goodness for that!”
“His study style is unique: he listens to heavy metal while reading philosophy books.”
“The company needs to update its management style to attract younger employees.”
“She styled the room with vintage furniture and modern art.”
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