Meaning of feature in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈfitʃər/

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  1. Verb

    feature

    Definitions

    1. have as a feature

    Examples

    • « This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France »

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  2. 2. wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner

    Examples

    • « she was sporting a new hat »

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  3. Noun

    feature

    Etymology

    late Middle English (originally denoting the form or proportions of the body, or a physical feature): from Old French faiture‘form’, from Latin factura (see facture)

    Definitions

    1. a prominent aspect of something

    Examples

    • « the map showed roads and other features »
    • « generosity is one of his best characteristics »

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  4. 2. the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin

    Examples

    • « an expression of pleasure crossed his features »
    • « his lineaments were very regular »

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  5. 3. the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater

    Examples

    • « the feature tonight is 'Casablanca' »
  6. 4. a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine

    Examples

    • « they ran a feature on retirement planning »

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  7. 5. an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles

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  • « One new feature or fresh take can change everything. »
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    Jeanette Winterson

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