What does did mean?
Did means simple past of do.
Did
/dɪd/ · verb
Meaning
simple past of do.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past of do
- (nonstandard, especially Southern US, African-American Vernacular) past participle of do; done
Example Sentences
Jeez, did I make a mistake!
I never did like her much.
What did happen when the principal found out?
Then ſhe with liquors ſtrong his eies did ſteepe, / That nothing ſhould him haſtily awake[…]
Monsieur Thuran became a frequent visitor at the home of Hazel Strong’s uncle in Cape Town. His attentions were very marked, but they were so punctiliously arranged to meet the girl’s every wish that she came to depend upon him more and more. Did she or her mother or a cousin require an escort—was there a little friendly service to be rendered, the genial and ubiquitous Monsieur Thuran was always available.
[…]But I don't care, I mean I don't even care. She shouldn't have did that."
We have to take this brutality. We haven't did anything. Why?
I should've did[…]Should've turned down, now I'm really on it. Should've, could've did. Would've could've did[…]Ooh, I should've did em in.
Synonyms for did
Antonyms for did
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Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for did?
The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.
What is the opposite of did?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use did in a sentence?
Jeez, did I make a mistake!
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