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- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| pronunciation: |
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| definition 1: |
something used in order to accomplish a particular thing, esp. a tool, device, or instrument to perform a task.
A pen is an implement for writing.A radio ad can be your best implement for getting your business known in the area.
- similar words:
- device, instrument, tool
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| definition 2: |
a piece of equipment or furnishing.
farm implementskitchen implements- similar words:
- instrument
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| related words: |
kit, paraphernalia |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| pronunciation: |
Im
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ment
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| inflections: |
implements, implementing, implemented |
| definition 1: |
to carry out or put into effect.
The time is now right to implement our plan.The state is about to implement the new laws on industrial pollution.
- similar words:
- administer, execute
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| definition 2: |
to provide with tools.
The bosses implemented the prisoners with pick axes. |
| related words: |
enforce, provide, put |
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| derivations: |
implemental (adj.), implementation (n.), implementer (n.) |
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