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Meaning of feature in English
Pronunciation
/ˈfitʃər/
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Verb
feature
Definitions
1.
have as a feature
Examples
« This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France »
Antonyms
miss
lack
2.
wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
Examples
« she was sporting a new hat »
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 »
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 »
3.
the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater
Examples
« the feature tonight is 'Casablanca' »
4.
a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine
Examples
« they ran a feature on retirement planning »
5.
an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles