Meaning of the word present in English

What does present mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

present

US /ˈprez.ənt/

UK /ˈprez.ənt/

a gift

Example:

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She received a beautiful present for her birthday.

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I bought a small present for my friend.

Synonym:

gift offering donation boon award

the period of time now occurring

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Let's focus on the present moment.

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The past is gone, the future is uncertain, only the present is real.

Synonym:

now today this moment current time the present day

in existence or occurring now; current

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All members were present at the meeting.

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The document contains all the present information.

Synonym:

current existing attending here

Synonym:

absent past future

to give, hand over, or show something

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Please present your ticket at the entrance.

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The company will present its new product next month.

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give offer submit show display

Synonym:

hide withdraw conceal

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