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Meaning of the word studies in English

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studies

US /ˈstʌd·iz/

Noun

1.

the devotion of time and attention to acquiring knowledge on an academic subject, especially by means of books.

Example:
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the study of English
Synonym:
learningeducationschoolingworkscholarshiptuitionresearchswottingcramming

Verb

1.

devote time and attention to acquiring knowledge on (an academic subject), especially by means of books.

Example:
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she studied biology and botany
Synonym:
learnreadread up on
2.

look at closely in order to observe or read.

Example:
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she bent her head to study the plans
Synonym:
scrutinizeexamineinspectconsiderregardeyeobservewatchsurveykeep an eye onclockcheck outeyeball
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