ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Have

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /hæv/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Have is a verb meaning (transitive) To possess, own.

Meaning

(transitive) To possess, own.

More Meanings

  1. (transitive) To hold, as something at someone's disposal.
  2. (transitive) To include as a part, ingredient, or feature.
  3. (transitive) Used to state the existence or presence of someone in a specified relationship with the subject.
  4. (transitive) To consume or use up (a particular substance or resource, especially food or drink).
  5. (transitive) To undertake or perform (an action or activity).
  6. (transitive) To be scheduled to attend, undertake or participate in.
  7. (transitive) To experience, go through, undergo.

Example Sentences

I have two sisters.
Do you have the key?
I have a house and a car.
The movie has lots of action.

Word Forms

Synonyms for have

Depending on context, synonyms include take, induce, sustain, hold, experience, give.

Antonyms for have

Common opposites include have-not, decline, reject, miss, refuse, refrain.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include accept, need, must, receive, induce, give.

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