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store

 
 
pronunciation:
stor
parts of speech:
noun, verb
phrases:
in store
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a place where things are sold.
Please pick up some bread at the grocery store.
 
synonyms:
shop
similar words:
business, market, outlet
definition 2: a supply kept or saved for future use.
My dad keeps a store of batteries and candles in case we need them in an emergency.
synonyms:
stock, supply
similar words:
hoard, reserve
definition 3: a large amount; plenty.
There is a store of talent in this classroom.
synonyms:
abundance, plenty
similar words:
bank, pile, wealth
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phrase: in store
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: stores, storing, stored
definition: to gather and keep for future use.
We stored away our winter clothes.The squirrel forgot where he stored his nuts.
 
synonyms:
accumulate, collect
similar words:
gather, hoard, keep, reserve, save, stock up
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