English · Common Verbs

present

/prɪˈzent/

[/prɪˈzent/]

show or give formally

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Definition

To formally give or show something to a group of people.

Example

She will present the research findings to the whole committee on Friday afternoon.

She will present the research findings to the whole committee on Friday afternoon.

Etymology

From Old French 'presenter', from Latin 'praesentare' (to place before).

How & Where It’s Used

As a verb, stressed on the second syllable; common in business and academia.

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