A2 (Elementary)

pepper

pepper [noun] (POWDER)

a grey or white powder produced by crushing dry peppercorns, used to give a spicy, hot taste to food

US /ˈpep.ɚ/ 
UK /ˈpep.ər/ 

(پودر) فلفل

Example: 

salt and pepper

Oxford Essential Dictionary

pepper

 noun

(no plural) powder with a hot taste that you put on food:
salt and pepper

(plural peppers) a red, green or yellow vegetable that is almost empty inside

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

pepper

I.   noun

I. pepper1 S3 /ˈpepə $ -ər/ noun
 [Language: Old English; Origin: pipor, from Latin piper, from Greek peperi]

 1. [uncountable] a powder that is used to add a hot taste to food:
   • salt and pepper ⇨ black pepper, white pepper
 2.
   [countable] a hollow red, green, or yellow vegetable, eaten either raw or cooked with other food SYN bell pepper American English⇨ sweet pepper, cayenne pepper, red pepper

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

pepper

pep·per [pepper peppers peppered peppering] noun, verb  [ˈpepə(r)]    [ˈpepər]

noun

1. uncountable a powder made from dried berries (called peppercorns), used to give a hot flavour to food

• Season with salt and pepper

• freshly ground pepper

see also  black pepper, cayenne, white pepper

2. (BrE) (also ˌsweet ˈpepper BrE, NAmE) (NAmE ˈbell pepper) countable, uncountable a hollow fruit, usually red, green or yellow, eaten as a vegetable either raw or cooked

Word Origin:

Old English piper, pipor, of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch peper and German Pfeffer; via Latin from Greek peperi, from Sanskrit pippalī ‘berry, peppercorn’.

Example Bank:

• Add salt and pepper to taste.

• He gave me a great recipe for stuffed peppers.

• He put some pepper on his steak.

• freshly ground black pepper

• peppers stuffed with meat and rice

Derived: pepper somebody with something  pepper something with something 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

pepper / ˈpep.ə r /   / -ɚ / noun [ U ] (POWDER)

A2 a grey or white powder produced by crushing dry peppercorns, used to give a spicy, hot taste to food:

freshly ground black pepper

salt and pepper
 

pepper / ˈpep.ə r /   / -ɚ / noun [ C ] (VEGETABLE)

pepper

B1 a vegetable that is usually green, red, or yellow, has a rounded shape, and is hollow with seeds in the middle:

a red/green pepper

Peppers are usually cooked with other vegetables or eaten raw in salads.

Red peppers are ideal for roasting in the oven.

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

pepper

[pe̱pə(r)]
 ♦♦♦
 peppers, peppering, peppered

 1) N-UNCOUNT Pepper is a hot-tasting spice which is used to flavour food.
  Season with salt and pepper.
  ...freshly ground black pepper.
 2) N-COUNT A pepper or, in American English a bell pepper, is a hollow green, red, or yellow vegetable with seeds inside it.
  Syn:
  capsicum
 3) VERB: usu passive If something is peppered with small objects, a lot of those objects hit it.
  [be V-ed with n] He was wounded in both legs and severely peppered with shrapnel...
  [be V-ed with n] Suddenly the garden was peppered with pellets.
 4) VERB If something is peppered with things, it has a lot of those things in it or on it.
  [be V-ed with n] While her English was correct, it was peppered with French phrases...
  [be V-ed with n] Outside, the road was peppered with glass...
  [V n] Yachts peppered the tranquil waters of Botafogo Bay.

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1pep·per /ˈpɛpɚ/ nounpl -pers
1 [noncount] : a food seasoning that is made by grinding the dried berries of an Indian plant along with their hard, black covers : black pepper
• Please pass the salt and pepper.
• freshly ground pepper
- see also cayenne pepper, salt-and-pepper, white pepper
2 [count] : a hollow vegetable that is usually red, green, or yellow and that is eaten raw or cooked
• The steak was served with peppers and onions.
• Be careful handling hot peppers.

plan

plan [noun] (DECISION)

a set of decisions about how to do something in the future

US /plæn/ 
UK /plæn/ 
Example: 

What are your plans for this weekend?

Oxford Essential Dictionary

 noun

1 something that you have decided to do and how you are going to do it:
What are your holiday plans?
They have plans to build a new school.

2 a map showing a building or a town:
a street plan of London

3 a drawing that shows how a new building, room or machine will be made:
Have you seen the plans for the new shopping centre?

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

plan

I. plan1 S1 W1 /plæn/ BrE AmE noun [countable]
[Word Family: noun: ↑plan, ↑planner, ↑planning; verb: ↑plan; adjective: planned ≠ ↑unplanned]
[Date: 1600-1700; Language: French; Origin: 'drawing of a building at ground level'; partly from Latin planum 'level ground', partly from French planter 'to plant']
1. INTENTION something you have decided to do:
His plan is to get a degree in economics and then work abroad for a year.
Do you have any plans for the weekend?
There’s been a change of plan – we’re not going to Ibiza after all.
the best plan British English (=the best course of action)
Your best plan would be to take a taxi.
2. METHOD/ARRANGEMENT a set of actions for achieving something in the future, especially a set of actions that has been considered carefully and in detail
plan for
The chairman outlined the company’s plans for achieving a 10% growth in sales.
plan to do something
There are plans to turn the site of the factory into a park.
3. MAP a drawing similar to a map, showing roads, towns, and buildings
plan of
a street plan of London
4. DRAWING
a) technical a drawing of a building, room, or machine as it would be seen from above, showing the shape, size, and position of the walls, windows, and doors ⇨ ↑elevation(4), ↑section1(7), ↑ground plan(1)
b) a drawing that shows exactly how something will be arranged:
I have to organise a seating plan for the dinner.
5. plan A, Plan A your first plan, which you will use if things happen the way you expect:
We’re going to find a restaurant and buy a meal. That’s Plan A.
6. plan B, Plan B your second plan, which you can use if things do not happen the way you expect:
It’s time to put Plan B into action.
• • •
COLLOCATIONS (for Meaning 1)
■ verbs
have plans I have no plans to retire yet.
change your plans We had to change our plans at the last minute.
abandon/give up your plans The city authorities have abandoned their plans to host the Super Bowl.
cancel your plans The weather got worse, and we had to cancel our plans to have the party outdoors.
shelve a plan (=cancel your plan, although you may do it later) The plan had to be shelved because of lack of money.
■ phrases
a change of plan The day before my flight, my boss phoned and said there’d been a change of plan.
■ adjectives
sb’s immediate plans (=what they are going to do next) So what are your immediate plans after graduation?
the best plan British English (=the best thing to do) I think the best plan is to take the train.
• • •
COLLOCATIONS (for Meaning 2)
■ verbs
have a plan Don’t worry – I have a plan.
make plans (=prepare for something) Mary has been busy making plans for her wedding.
come up with a plan (=think of a plan) The chairman must come up with a plan to get the club back on its feet.
devise/formulate/draw up a plan (=make a detailed plan, especially after considering something carefully) He devised a daring plan to steal two million dollars. | The company has already drawn up plans to develop the site.
carry out a plan (=do what has been planned) The bombers were arrested by the security forces before they could carry out their plans.
keep to/stick to a plan We’re sticking to our original plan.
abandon/scrap a plan (=decide not to continue with it) The plan was scrapped because it was too expensive.
announce/unveil a plan (=officially tell people about it) The government unveiled its plans for a shake-up of the health system.
approve a plan The plan was approved at a board meeting on 24 December.
reject a plan The plan was rejected on the grounds that it would cost too much money.
outline a plan (=describe it in a general way) They listened as he outlined his plan.
implement a plan formal (=to do what has been agreed as part of an official plan) To implement its plans, the company has entered into a partnership with another software developer.
shelve a plan (=not continue with it, although you might continue with it later) The plans will be shelved until an alternative access to the site can be found.
■ ADJECTIVES/NOUN + plan
ambitious The plan was very ambitious, but it worked.
detailed The generals drew up detailed plans for the invasion.
cunning/clever/ingenious They devised a cunning plan to get back their money. | The gang devised a cunning plan to rob the bank.
a five-year/ten-year etc plan Unesco has a 25-year plan to provide basic education to all.
a grand plan (=a plan that involves doing a lot of things in order to achieve something big) Marrying the countess was all part of his grand plan.
a master plan (=a detailed plan for dealing with a complicated situation) The governors came up with a master plan for saving the school.
a business plan We’ve developed a business plan to take over the company.
a peace plan Both sides have agreed to implement the UN peace plan.
a rescue plan (=a plan for saving a company, economy etc) Which rescue plan offers the company the best prospects of survival?
an action plan My accountant developed a detailed action plan with specific targets.
■ phrases
go according to plan (=happen in the way that was arranged) If everything goes according to plan, we’ll finish in January.
a plan of action Ministers are discussing a plan of action to deal with the crisis.
a plan of attack (=a plan to attack or achieve something) At this stage, you go back to the office and work on a plan of attack.
a plan of campaign British English (=a plan to achieve something) What we need now is a plan of campaign.
■ COMMON ERRORS
► Do not say 'do a plan'. Say make a plan.
• • •
THESAURUS (for Meaning 2)
plan a set of actions for achieving something in the future, especially a set of actions that has been considered carefully and in detail: Leaders outlined a plan to end the fighting.
plot/conspiracy a secret plan to do something bad or illegal, made by a group of people: There was a plot to assassinate the President. | a terrorist conspiracy
scheme British English an official plan that is intended to help people: The government has introduced a new scheme to help young people find work.
strategy a carefully designed plan which is intended to achieve a particular purpose over a long period of time: the company’s business strategy | The government’s economic strategy has been criticized by many experts. | We need to develop effective strategies for combating the sale of counterfeit goods.
initiative a new plan for dealing with a particular problem or for achieving a particular aim: a peace initiative | a major new initiative to tackle street crime
policy a plan that members of a government, political party, company etc agree on, that states how they intend to deal with a particular subject or problem: the government’s immigration policy | It’s company policy to allow people to work from home.
programme British English, program American English a series of activities that a government or organization organizes, which aims to achieve something important and will continue for a long time: a five-year programme which will create 2000 new jobs | federal programs for low-income housing

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

plan

plan [plan plans planned planning] noun, verb   [plæn]    [plæn]

noun  

INTENTION
1. something that you intend to do or achieve
~ (for sth) Do you have any plans for the summer?
~ (to do sth) There are no plans to build new offices.
Your best plan (= the best thing to do) would be to go by car.
There's been a change of plan.

• We can't change our plans now.  

ARRANGEMENT

2. a set of things to do in order to achieve sth, especially one that has been considered in detail in advance
~ (for sth) Both sides agreed to a detailed plan for keeping the peace.
~ (to do sth) The government has announced plans to create one million new training places.
a development/business/peace, etc. plan
a five-point plan
a three-year plan
We need to make plans for the future.
a plan of action/campaign
Let's hope everything will go according to plan.

see also  master plan  

MAP

3. a detailed map of a building, town, etc
• a plan of the museum

• a street plan of the city  

DRAWING

4. usually plural ~ (for/of sth) (technical) a detailed drawing of a machine, building, etc. that shows its size, shape and measurements
The architect is drawing up plans for the new offices.
• Plans for our extension have been submitted for approval.

compare  elevation  (4), ground plan

5. a diagram that shows how sth will be arranged
a seating plan (= showing where each person will sit, for example at a dinner)

• a floor plan (= showing how furniture is arranged)  

MONEY

6. (especially in compounds) a way of investing money for the future
a savings plan
more at (it) sounds like a plan to me at  sound  v.  
Word Origin:
late 17th cent.: from French, from earlier plant ‘ground plan, plane surface’, influenced in sense by Italian pianta ‘plan of building’. Compare with plant.  
Thesaurus:
plan noun
1. C
The plan is to build new offices.
intentionideaaimobjectivegoaltargetpurposeobjectend|formal law intent
the plan/intention/idea/aim/objective/goal/target/object is to do sth
sb's original plan/intention/idea/aim/objective/goal/target/purpose
have a/an plan/intention/idea/aim/objective/goal/target/purpose/object/end
Plan or intention? Your plans are what you have decided or arranged to do, often, but not always, in the longer term; your intentions are what you want to do, especially in the near future.
2. C
The government has announced plans to create 50 000 new jobs.
policyproposalinitiativestrategyplatformmanifesto|especially BrE scheme|BrE programme|AmE program
a/an plan/policy/proposal/initiative/strategy/platform/manifesto/scheme/programme for sth
a/an plan/policy/proposal/initiative/strategy/scheme/programme to do sth
propose a plan/policy/strategy/scheme
have/adopt a plan/policy/proposal/strategy/scheme
3. C
a street plan of the city
map
on a plan/map
look at/consult a plan/map
a plan/map shows sth
4. C
A spy stole the plans for the new aircraft.
designblueprintdraft
a plan/design/blueprint/draft of sth
a plan/design/blueprint for sth
draw up/produce a plan/design/draft 
Synonyms:
purpose
aim intention plan point idea
These are all words for talking about what sb/sth intends to do or achieve.
purposewhat sth is supposed to achieve; what sb is trying to achieve: Our campaign's main purpose is to raise money.
aimwhat sb is trying to achieve; what sth is supposed to achieve: She went to London with the aim of finding a job. Our main aim is to increase sales in Europe.
purpose or aim?
Your purpose for doing something is your reason for doing it; your aim is what you want to achieve. Aim can suggest that you are only trying to achieve sth; purpose gives a stronger sense of achievement being certain. Aim can be sb's aim or the aim of sth. Purpose is more usually the purpose of sth: you can talk about sb's purpose but that is more formal.
intentionwhat you intend to do: I have no intention of going to the wedding. She's full of good intentions but they rarely work out.
planwhat you intend to do or achieve: There are no plans to build new offices.
intention or plan?
Your intentions are what you want to do, especially in the near future; your plans are what you have decided or arranged to do, often, but not always, in the longer term.
point(rather informal) the purpose or aim of sth: What's the point of all this violence? The point of the lesson is to compare the two countries.
idea(rather informal) the purpose of sth; sb's aim: The whole idea of going was so that we could meet her new boyfriend. What's the idea behind this?
point or idea?
Point is a more negative word than idea. If you say What's the point…? you are suggesting that there is no point; if you say What's the idea…? you are genuinely asking a question. Point, but not idea, is used to talk about things you feel annoyed or unhappy about: There's no idea in… ◊ I don't see the idea of….
with the purpose/aim/intention/idea of doing sth
sb's intention/plan to do sth
to have a(n) purpose/aim/intention/plan/point
to achieve/fulfil a(n) purpose/aim 
Example Bank:
A new plan for reducing traffic accidents was unveiled.
A spokeswoman confirmed there was no definite plan to stage a concert in the park.
Do you have any contingency plans if the scheme doesn't work?
Do you have any contingency plans if there is a delay?
Even the best-laid plans can go wrong.
I like to make plans well in advance.
If Plan A fails, go to Plan B.
Let's stick to our original plan
Local residents have vowed to fight plans to build a new road.
Plans are afoot to stage a new opera.
Plans to build a dam have been shelved following protests.
Senators signed a letter opposing the plan.
Site plans were filed with the city this week.
The airline intends to file a reorganization plan within three months.
The best plan is for me to meet you at the airport.
The government has ambitious plans for prison reform.
The government launched a five-year plan aimed at diversifying the economy.
The moves contravene the peace plan agreed by both sides.
The plan calls for investments totalling $100 million.
The plan calls for massive investment in the region.
The plan contains four main elements.
The plan shows the exact location of the house.
The president will now press ahead with his plans for reform.
The strike ruined my travel plans.
To change anything in this organization, we'll need a plan of action.
We need to develop a sound business plan.
What are your immediate plans?
What is their game plan for winning the election?
a six-week low-fat eating plan
a three-point action plan to improve hygiene at work
plans for the future
Do you have a plan of the museum?
Enemy spies stole the plans for the new aircraft.
He had no master plan in place before he started the project.
He produced a plan of the house.
How are your wedding plans coming along?
It's a good idea to always have a plan B if your original plan falls through.
Let's hope everything goes according to plan.
Senior officials put forward a three-year plan.
She drew some plans and elevations of the church's structure.
The architect is drawing up plans for the new office.
The corporation is pressing ahead with plans to build a new power station.
The floor plan is very simple.
The government has announced plans to create 50 000 new training places.
The main markets were clearly marked on the plan.
The peace plan was agreed at an international summit meeting.
The plan shows where all the electrical points will go.
The plan will be put into action within the next three months.
The plans were made some time ago, but work on the building has not yet started.
There's been a change of plan.
They are working on an economic development plan.
We asked for street plan of the city.
We can't change our plans now.
Who was responsible for the seating plan?
You will need a clear and realistic business plan.
Your best plan would be to go by car.
a plan of action/campaign
an action plan
Idiom: make a plan

Derived: plan something out 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

plan / plæn / noun (DECISION)

A2 [ C ] a set of decisions about how to do something in the future:

a company's business plan

a negotiated peace plan

a five-year plan

holiday plans

What are your plans for this weekend?

[ + to infinitive ] My plan is to hire a car when I arrive in America and travel about.

[ C ] a type of arrangement for financial investment:

a pension/savings plan

go according to plan to happen in the way you intend:

Events of this type rarely go according to plan.

Word partners for plan noun

have / make a plan • announce / outline / unveil a plan • approve / back / oppose / reject a plan • go ahead / press ahead with a plan • abandon / drop / shelve a plan • an ambitious / controversial / detailed / strategic plan • a plan of action • a plan for sth
 

plan / plæn / noun (DRAWING)

B2 [ C ] a drawing of a building, town, area, vehicle, machine, etc. which only shows its shape from above, its size, and the position of important details:

a street plan (= a type of map of a town showing the roads)

a seating plan (= a drawing which shows where each person will sit)

plans [ plural ] B2 drawings from which something is made or built:

The architect showed us the house plans that she had drawn up .

I'll send a set of plans for the new machine.

Word partners for plan noun

have / make a plan • announce / outline / unveil a plan • approve / back / oppose / reject a plan • go ahead / press ahead with a plan • abandon / drop / shelve a plan • an ambitious / controversial / detailed / strategic plan • a plan of action • a plan for sth

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

plan

[plæ̱n]
 
 plans, planning, planned

 1) N-COUNT: usu with supp, also according to N A plan is a method of achieving something that you have worked out in detail beforehand.
  The three leaders had worked out a peace plan...
  The project is part of a United Nations plan for refugees.
  ...a detailed plan of action for restructuring the group...
  He maintains that everything is going according to plan.
  Syn:
  strategy
 2) VERB If you plan what you are going to do, you decide in detail what you are going to do, and you intend to do it.
  [V wh] If you plan what you're going to eat, you reduce your chances of overeating...
  [V to-inf] He planned to leave Baghdad on Monday...
  [V for n] It would be difficult for schools to plan for the future...
  [V n] I had been planning a trip to the West Coast...
  [V-ed] A planned demonstration in the capital later today has been called off by its organisers.
 3) N-PLURAL: usu with supp, oft N for n/-ing, N to-inf If you have plans, you are intending to do a particular thing.
  `I'm sorry,' she said. `I have plans for tonight.'...
  The Bonn government is making plans to evacuate more than two hundred of its citizens from the troubled area.
  Syn:
  arrangements
 4) VERB When you plan something that you are going to make, build, or create, you decide what the main parts of it will be and do a drawing of how it should be made.
  [V n] It is no use trying to plan an 18-hole golf course on a 120-acre site if you have to ruin the environment to do it.
  Syn:
  design, think out
 5) N-COUNT: oft N of/for n A plan of something that is going to be built or made is a detailed diagram or drawing of it.
  ...when you have drawn a plan of the garden.
 6) → See also planning
  Phrasal Verbs:
  - plan on
  - plan out

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1plan /ˈplæn/ noun, pl plans
1 : a set of actions that have been thought of as a way to do or achieve something

[count]

• the President's economic plan
• the army's plan of attack
• We need to agree on a plan of action.
- often + for
• The partners created a business plan for their new store.
• The city has a ten-year plan for fixing the city's roads.

[noncount]

• Not everything at the show went according to plan. [=the way it was supposed to]
- see also game plan, master plan
2 : something that a person intends to do

[count]

• Our plan was to have the guests park on the street, not the lawn.
- often plural
• We would love to have dinner at your house Friday night, but we already have plans. [=we are already planning/expecting to do something else]
• They didn't want to change their vacation plans.
• We made plans to go out this Friday.

[noncount]

• When we met them at the restaurant, they said there had been a change of/in plan.
3 [count] : a detailed agreement for telephone service, medical care, insurance, etc.
• a health/medical plan [=an insurance program that pays for medical care]
• He changed his long-distance/calling plan.
• a tuition payment plan
• Her employer offers a great dental plan. [=insurance for dental care]
• a retirement plan
- see also installment plan, pension plan
4 [count] : a drawing that shows the parts or details of something (such as a building, town, machine, etc.)
• a street plan of Washington, D.C.
• a seating plan [=a drawing that shows the places where particular people will sit at a gathering]
- often plural
• The builder brought over the plans for their new house.
• The architect drew up plans for the office tower.
- see also floor plan

spend

spend [verb] (TIME)

to use time doing something or being somewhere

US /spend/ 
UK /spend/ 
Example: 

I think we need to spend more time together.

Oxford Essential Dictionary

spend

 verb (spends, spending, spent /, has spent)

1 to pay money for something:
Louise spends a lot of money on clothes.

2 to pass time:
I spent the summer in Italy.
He spent a lot of time sleeping.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

spend

spend S1 W1 /spend/ BrE AmE verb (past tense and past participle spent /spent/)
[Date: 1100-1200; Origin: Partly from Latin expendere ( ⇨ ↑expend) and partly, later, from Old French despendre, from Latin dispendere 'to weigh out']
1. MONEY [intransitive and transitive] to use your money to pay for goods or services:
I can’t afford to spend any more money this week.
spend £5/$10 etc
I only want to spend about $20.
spend something on something
More money should be spent on education.
spend something on somebody
Mum never spends any money on herself.
The repairs cost a lot, but it’s money well spent (=a sensible way of spending money).
2. TIME [transitive] to use time doing a particular thing or pass time in a particular place
spend time etc with somebody
I want to spend more time with my family.
spend time etc in/at something
We’ll have to spend the night in a hotel.
His childhood was spent in Brazil.
spend time etc doing something
Stacey spends all her free time painting.
3.
a) spend the night with somebody to stay for the night and have sex with someone
b) spend the night (at something) if someone spends the night at someone’s house, they sleep at that person’s house for a night:
She spent the night at a friend’s house.
4. FORCE/EFFORT [transitive] to use effort or energy to do something:
I love to cook, but I don’t feel like spending the energy every evening.
5. spend a penny British English spoken old-fashioned to ↑urinate – used when you want to avoid saying this directly
• • •
THESAURUS
spend to use money to buy things: I bought two skirts and a T-shirt and I only spent $50. | How much do you spend a week on food?
go through something (also get through something British English) to spend all of an amount of money over a period of time – used especially when saying that someone spends a lot of money: I got through all my money in less than a month, and had to get my parents to send me more.
go to great expense to spend a lot of money in order to do something, because you think it is important or special: The party was wonderful – they had obviously gone to great expense. | There’s no need to go to great expense.
squander /ˈskwɒndə $ ˈskwɑːndər/ to waste money on unnecessary things, instead of saving it or using it carefully: His son had squandered the family fortune on gambling and women.
splash out British English informal to spend a lot of money on something you really want or will enjoy: Let’s splash out on a bottle of champagne. | People often splash out for Christmas and then regret it later.
blow informal to spend a lot of money on something, especially on something that you do not really need: Her husband blew all their savings on a new sports car.
economize to spend less money: We’re trying to economize by eating at home instead of going out for meals.

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

spend

spend [spend spends spent spending] verb, noun   [spend]    [spend] 

verb (spent, spent   [spent]  ;   [spent]  )
1. transitive, intransitive to give money to pay for goods, services, etc
~ sth I've spent all my money already.
~ sth on sth/on doing sth She spent £100 on a new dress.
~ (sth doing sth) The company has spent thousands of pounds updating their computer systems.

• I just can't seem to stop spending.

2. transitive to use time for a particular purpose; to pass time
~ sth + adv./prep. We spent the weekend in Paris.
How do you spend your spare time?
Her childhood was spent in Italy.
~ sth on sth How long did you spend on your homework?
~ sth doing sth I spend too much time watching television.
• I've spent years trying to learn Japanese.

~ sth in doing sth Most of her life was spent in caring for others.

3. transitive, often passive to use energy, effort, etc, especially until it has all been used
~ sth on sth She spends too much effort on things that don't matter.
~ itself The storm had finally spent itself.
see also  spent 
 
Word Origin:
Old English spendan, from Latin expendere ‘pay out’; partly also a shortening of obsolete dispend, from Latin dispendere ‘pay out’.  
Thesaurus:
spend verb
1. T, I
She spent £100 on a new dress.
paygiveinvest
spend/invest on sth
spend/pay/give/invest money/£1 000
spendpay/give/invest a lot
2. T
I spend too much time watching TV.
passoccupyfilldevote sth to sthwhile sth away|sometimes disapproving take up sth
spend/pass/occupy/fill/devote/while away/take up (the) time
spend/pass/occupy/fill/devote/while away/take up an hour/a couple of hours  
Example Bank:
The company spent a lot on advertising.
Try to be objective if you want to spend your money wisely.
Try to spend your money wisely.
the amount of money spent per student
He had grown used to spending freely, without worrying about the consequences.
I've spent all my money already.
• I've spent years trying to learn Japanese.

Idioms: spend a penny  spend the night with somebody 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

spend / spend / verb [ I or T ] ( spent , spent ) (MONEY)

A2 to give money as a payment for something:

How much did you spend?

I don't know how I managed to spend so much in the pub last night.

We spent a fortune when we were in New York.

She spends a lot of money on clothes.

We've just spent £1.9 million on improving our computer network.

We went on a spending spree (= we bought a lot of things) on Saturday.
 

spend / spend / verb [ T ] ( spent , spent ) (TIME)

A2 to use time doing something or being somewhere:

I think we need to spend more time together.

I spent a lot of time clean ing that room.

I've spent years build ing up my collection.

I spent an hour at the station wait ing for the train.

How long do you spend on your homework?

My sister always spends ages in the bathroom.

We spent the weekend in London.

You can spend the night here if you like.
 

spend / spend / verb [ T ] ( spent , spent ) (FORCE)

to use energy, effort, force, etc., especially until there is no more left:

For the past month he's been spending all his energy trying to find a job.

They continued firing until all their ammunition was spent (= there was none of it left) .

The hurricane will probably have spent most of its force (= most of its force will have gone) by the time it reaches the northern parts of the country.

Her anger soon spent itself (= stopped) .

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

spend

[spe̱nd]
 
 spends, spending, spent

 1) VERB When you spend money, you pay money for things that you want.
  [V n] By the end of the holiday I had spent all my lire...
  [V n -ing] Businessmen spend enormous amounts advertising their products...
  [V amount/n on n] Juventus have spent ₤23m on new players...
  [V-ed] The survey may cost at least ₤100 but is money well spent.
  Derived words:
  spending N-UNCOUNT Has your spending on food increased?... Government spending is expected to fall.
 2) VERB If you spend time or energy doing something, you use your time or effort doing it.
  [V n -ing] Engineers spend much time and energy developing brilliant solutions...
  [V n -ing] This energy could be much better spent taking some positive action.
 3) VERB If you spend a period of time in a place, you stay there for a period of time.
  [V n adv/prep] We spent the night in a hotel.
 4) spend a pennysee penny

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

spend

spend /ˈspɛnd/ verb spends; spent /ˈspɛnt/; spend·ing
1 : to use (money) to pay for something

[+ obj]

• I spent $30 on his birthday gift.
• They spend a lot on clothes and cars.
• I want to buy a new car, but I don't have much money to spend.
• This computer wasn't cheap, but it was money well spent. [=it was worth its price]

[no obj]

• Her willingness to spend freely made her popular among her friends.
• He spends lavishly on vacations.
2 [+ obj] : to allow (time) to pass in a particular place or while doing a particular activity
• I spent my summer at the beach.
• She spent eight months living in New York City.
• Relaxing with friends is a great way to spend a weekend.
• Our cat spends most of his time sleeping.
• Too much of my time is spent arguing with customers.
3 [+ obj] : to use (energy or effort) to do something
• She spends far too much energy worrying about her daughter.
• I wish he spent as much (of his) effort/energy on studying as he does on video games.
• Our energy/effort(s) would be better spent (in) solving the problem rather than just complaining about it.
spend the night
✦If you sleep at a place for a night, you spend the night there.
• After the party she was too drunk to drive so she spent the night.
• They spent the night at her brother's. If you spend the night with someone, or if you and someone else spend the night together, you stay with someone overnight and have sex with that person.
• We spent the night together.
• I spent the night with her/him.

airport

airport [noun]

a place where aircraft regularly take off and land, with buildings for passengers to wait in

US /ˈer.pɔːrt/ 
UK /ˈeə.pɔːt/ 
Example: 

Our flight arrived at Delhi airport over 2 hours late.

Oxford Essential Dictionary

airport

 noun
a place where people get on and off planes, with buildings where passengers can wait:
I'll meet you at the airport.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

airport

airport S3 W3 /ˈeəpɔːt $ ˈerpɔːrt/ BrE AmE noun [countable]
a place where planes take off and land, with buildings for passengers to wait in ⇨ airfield:
The plane landed at Heathrow Airport.
Her family went to see her off at the airport.
• • •
THESAURUS
terminal a big building where people wait to get onto planes: The airline uses terminal 4. | Smoking is prohibited inside the terminal building.
runway a long hard surface on which aircraft land and take off: The plane was taxiing along the runway.
the tarmac an area covered with tarmac outside airport buildings: He stepped off the plane onto the tarmac.
check-in (desk) a place where you report your arrival at an airport
departure lounge the place where you wait until your plane is ready to leave
departure gate the place you go through to get on your plane: Will passengers for flight BA670 please go to the departure gate.
baggage reclaim (also baggage claim) American English the place where you collect your cases and bags after a flight
immigration the place where officials check the documents of everyone entering the country: Be prepared for long queues at immigration.
customs the place where your bags are checked for illegal goods when you enter a country: We had our bags checked at customs.
 

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

airport

air·port [airport airports]   [ˈeəpɔːt]    [ˈerpɔːrt]  noun
a place where planes land and take off and that has buildings for passengers to wait in
Gatwick Airport
waiting in the airport lounge  
Example Bank:
Airport screeners failed to spot the fake bomb.
Most major hub airports have three or four runways.
The pilot made the decision to return to the departure airport.
The plane touched down at Glasgow airport just before midday.
They were waiting at the airport.
We fly from Guarulhos airport.

We will fly from Chicago's O'Hare airport.

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

airport / ˈeə.pɔːt /   / ˈer.pɔːrt / noun [ C ]

A2 a place where aircraft regularly take off and land, with buildings for passengers to wait in:

an international airport

a military airport

Gatwick Airport

an airport terminal/runway

See picture travel (air)

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

airport

[e͟ə(r)pɔː(r)t]
 ♦♦
 airports
 N-COUNT: oft in names

 An airport is a place where aircraft land and take off, which has buildings and facilities for passengers.
  ...Heathrow Airport, the busiest international airport in the world.

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

airport

air·port /ˈeɚˌpoɚt/ noun, pl -ports [count] : a place where aircraft land and take off and where there are buildings for passengers to wait in and for aircraft to be sheltered

dish

dish [noun] (CONTAINER)

a container, flatter than a bowl and sometimes with a lid, from which food can be served or which can be used for cooking

US /dɪʃ/ 
UK /dɪʃ/ 
Example: 

Have you done/washed the dishes?

Oxford Essential Dictionary

noun (plural dishes)

1 a container for food. You can use a dish to cook food in an oven, or to put food on the table.

2 the dishes (plural) all the plates, bowls, cups, etc. that you must wash after a meal:
I'll wash the dishes.

3 a part of a meal:
We had a fish dish and a vegetarian dish.

 

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

dish

I. dish1 S2 W3 /dɪʃ/ BrE AmE noun [countable]
[Language: Old English; Origin: disc, from Latin discus 'disk, plate']
1. a flat container with low sides, for serving food from or cooking food in ⇨ bowl:
a serving dish
an ovenproof dish
dish of
a large dish of spaghetti
2. the dishes all the plates, cups, bowls etc that have been used to eat a meal and need to be washed
do/wash the dishes
I’ll just do the dishes before we go.
REGISTER
In everyday English, people often use the expression do the washing-up (BrE) or do the dishes (AmE), rather than wash the dishes.
3. food cooked or prepared in a particular way as a meal:
a wonderful pasta dish
The menu includes a wide selection of vegetarian dishes.
This soup is substantial enough to serve as a main dish (=the biggest part of a meal).
4. something that is shaped like a dish:
a soap dish
5. informal old-fashioned someone who is sexually attractive
⇨ ↑side dish, ↑satellite dish
• • •
THESAURUS
food noun [uncountable and countable] things that people and animals eat: You can buy good fresh food in the market. | Do you like Japanese food?
dish noun [countable] a type of food that is cooked in a particular way: a traditional English dish | They also offer vegetarian dishes.
speciality British English, specialty American English noun [countable] a type of food that a restaurant or place is famous for: Fish dishes are a specialty of the region. | Home made pies are one of the hotel’s specialities.
delicacy noun [countable] an unusual food which people in a particular place like to eat: The local delicacies include laverbread (boiled seaweed). | I was keen to try out the local delicacies.
diet noun [countable] the type of food that someone usually eats: You shouldn’t have too much salt in your diet. | In the Andes, the main diet is beans, potatoes, and corn.
cooking noun [uncountable] food made in a particular way, or by a particular person: Herbs are used a lot in French cooking. | I love my Mum’s home cooking.
cuisine /kwɪˈziːn/ noun [countable] formal the food you can eat in a particular restaurant, country, or area: Italian cuisine | Trying the local cuisine is all part of the fun of travelling.
nutrition noun [uncountable] food considered as something that is necessary for good health and growth: a book on nutrition | Many homeless people suffer from poor nutrition.
nourishment /ˈnʌrɪʃmənt $ ˈnɜː-, ˈnʌ-/ noun [uncountable] goodness that you get from food, which helps your body to stay healthy: There's not much nourishment in fast food.
fare noun [uncountable] formal the kind of food that is served in a place – used especially when saying how interesting it is: In China you can feast on bird’s nest soup and other exotic fare. | Dinner was pretty standard fare (=the usual kind of food).

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

dish

dish [dish dishes dished dishing] noun, verb   [dɪʃ]    [dɪʃ] 

noun
1. countable a flat shallow container for cooking food in or serving it from
a glass dish
an ovenproof dish
a baking/serving dish
• They helped themselves from a large dish of pasta.

2. the dishes plural the plates, bowls, cups, etc. that have been used for a meal and need to be washed

• I'll do the dishes (= wash them).

3. countable food prepared in a particular way as part of a meal
a vegetarian/fish dish
This makes an excellent hot main dish.
I can recommend the chef's dish of the day.

see also  side dish

4. countable any object that is shaped like a dish or bowl
a soap dish

see also  satellite dish

5. countable (informal) a sexually attractive person
What a dish!  
Word Origin:
Old English disc ‘plate, bowl’ (related to Dutch dis, German Tisch ‘table’), based on Latin discus, from Greek diskos.  
Thesaurus:
dish noun C
Arrange the salad on a serving dish.
bowlplateplatter
a dish/bowl/plate/platter of sth
on a dish/plate/platter
in a dish/bowl 
Example Bank:
Arrange the salad in a serving dish.
Do you have a favourite dish?
Goulash is a meat dish.
He dried the dishes and put them away.
I can recommend the chef's dish of the day.
It's your turn to do the dishes.
Kedgeree makes a wonderful supper dish.
Serve one or two main dishes with a choice of salads and nibbles.
She cooked us a delicious French dish with pork and tomatoes.
The dirty breakfast dishes were still in the sink when we got home.
The national dish is ‘bigos’— hunter's stew.
The national dish is ‘feijoada’— pork with beans.
They sampled all the local dishes.
a restaurant that serves traditional Indian dishes
a simple dish, beautifully prepared
your pet's food dish
I'll do the dishes.
Idioms: dish it out  dish the dirt

Derived: dish something out  dish something up  dish up  dish up something 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

dish / dɪʃ / noun (CONTAINER)

dish

A2 [ C ] a container, flatter than a bowl and sometimes with a lid, from which food can be served or which can be used for cooking:

an oven-proof dish

→  See also satellite dish

the dishes A2 [ plural ] all the plates, glasses, knives, forks, etc. that have been used during a meal:

Have you done/washed the dishes?
 

dish / dɪʃ / noun [ C ] (FOOD)

A2 food prepared in a particular way as part of a meal:

a chicken/vegetarian dish
 

dish / dɪʃ / noun [ S ] old-fashioned (ATTRACTIVE PERSON)

a sexually attractive person:

He's gorgeous - what a dish!

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

dish

[dɪ̱ʃ]
 ♦♦♦
 dishes, dishing, dished

 1) N-COUNT A dish is a shallow container with a wide uncovered top. You eat and serve food from dishes and cook food in them.
  ...plastic bowls and dishes...
  Pile potatoes into a warm serving dish.
 2) N-COUNT: usu N of n The contents of a dish can be referred to as a dish of something.
  Nicholas ate a dish of spaghetti.
 3) N-COUNT Food that is prepared in a particular style or combination can be referred to as a dish.
  This dish is best served cold...
  There are plenty of vegetarian dishes to choose from.
  ...a delicious fish dish.
 4) N-PLURAL All the objects that have been used to cook, serve, and eat a meal can be referred to as the dishes.
  There were dirty dishes in the sink...
  He'd cooked dinner and washed the dishes.
 5) N-COUNT: usu with supp You can use the word dish to refer to anything that is round and hollow in shape with a wide uncovered top.
  ...a dish used to receive satellite broadcasts.
 6) → See also satellite dish, side dish
 7) PHRASE: V inflects If you do the dishes, you wash the dishes.
 to dish the dirtsee dirt
  I hate doing the dishes.
  Phrasal Verbs:
  - dish out
  - dish up

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1dish /ˈdɪʃ/ noun, pl dish·es
1 [count]
a : a shallow container that you cook or serve food in
• a baking/serving dish [=a container used to bake/serve food]
• a casserole/pie dish [=a container used to bake a casserole/pie] specifically; : a shallow bowl
• a candy dish [=a container used to serve candy]
• the cat's food/water dish
b : the food served in a dish
• a dish of strawberries
• a small dish of ice cream
2 [count] : food that is prepared in a particular way
• Each person made a dish for the potluck supper.
• The restaurant serves some of my favorite dishes.
• a fish/pasta/potato dish [=food that has fish/pasta/potatoes as a main ingredient]
• The main dish [=the biggest dish of a meal] was poached salmon, and it was served with a side dish [=a food that is served at the same time as the main dish] of spinach.
3 dishes [plural] : all the things (such as plates, forks, glasses, pans, cooking utensils, etc.) that are used to prepare, serve, and eat a meal
• We piled all the dishes in the sink after dinner.
• Will you wash the breakfast dishes, please?
• a sink full of dirty dishes
• It's your turn to do the dishes. [=wash the dishes]
4 [count]
a : a shallow container that holds something other than food
• a soap dish
b : something that is shaped like a shallow bowl
• Do you have cable TV or a dish? [=an antenna shaped like a dish that receives television signals from a satellite]
• a dish antenna
- see also petri dish, satellite dish
5 [singular] informal + old-fashioned : a sexually attractive person
• I hear your cousin is a dish. [=hottie]

brush

brush [verb] (CLEAN)

to make something clean or tidy using a brush

US /brʌʃ/ 
UK /brʌʃ/ 
Example: 

She hadn’t bothered to brush her hair.

 

Oxford Essential Dictionary

brush

 verb (brushes, brushing, brushed )
to clean or tidy something with a brush:
I brush my teeth twice a day.
Brush your hair!

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

II. brush2 S3 BrE AmE verb
1. CLEAN/MAKE TIDY [transitive] to clean something or make something smooth and tidy using a brush ⇨ sweep:
Don’t forget to brush your teeth.
2. REMOVE [transitive always + adverb/preposition] to remove something with a brush or with your hand
brush something off/from etc something
Ella brushed the crumbs off her jacket.
He brushed the tears from his eyes.
3. TOUCH LIGHTLY [intransitive always + adverb/preposition, transitive] to touch someone or something lightly when passing them:
Something brushed her shoulders.
brush against
I felt her hair brush against my arm.
brush past
Nell brushed past him in the doorway.
4. PUT SOMETHING ON SOMETHING [transitive always + adverb/preposition] to put a liquid onto something using a brush
brush something with something
Brush the pastry with milk.
brush something over/onto something
Brush a little oil over the top of the pizza.
brush something under the carpet at ↑sweep1(15)
brush somebody/something ↔ aside phrasal verb
to refuse to listen to someone, or refuse to consider something SYN dismiss:
He simply brushed all my objections aside.
brush somebody/something ↔ down phrasal verb
1. to clean something using a brush:
He was brushing the pony down.
2. brush yourself down to use your hands to remove dirt from your clothes, especially after you have fallen
brush somebody/something ↔ off phrasal verb
to refuse to listen to someone or their ideas, especially by ignoring them or saying something rude:
Corman brushed off the accusations. ⇨ ↑brush-off
brush up (on) something phrasal verb
to practise and improve your skills or your knowledge of something that you learned in the past:
I must brush up on my French before I go to Paris.

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

verb
1. transitive to clean, polish, or make smooth with a brush
~ sth to brush your hair/teeth/shoes

~ sth + adj. A tiled floor is easy to brush clean.

2. transitive to put sth, for example oil, milk or egg, on sth using a brush
~ A with B Brush the pastry with beaten egg.

~ B over A Brush beaten egg over the pastry.

3. transitive ~ sth + adv./prep. to remove sth from a surface with a brush or with your hand
He brushed the dirt off his jacket.

She brushed the fly away.

4. intransitive, transitive to touch sb/sth lightly while moving close to them/it
~ against/by/past sb/sth She brushed past him.
His hand accidentally brushed against hers.
~ sth The leaves brushed her cheek.
~ sth with sth He brushed her lips with his.
 
Word Origin:
v. and n. senses 1 to 4 n. sense 6 Middle English Old French broisse Old French brosser ‘to sweep’
n. sense 5 Middle English Old French broce Latin bruscum
 
Example Bank:
He brushed the mud from his coat.
Her hair was brushed back in a pony tail.
I hardly noticed the man who brushed past me in the corridor.
Lucille brushed at the blood on his jacket.
She brushed away her tears.
She brushed by him and dashed up the stairs.
She brushed her hair out of her eyes.
She carefully avoided brushing against the man sitting beside her at the table.
She hummed happily as she brushed down her coat.
brushing the crumbs off the table

The non-slip surface is easy to brush clean.

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

brush / brʌʃ / verb (TOUCH)

B2 [ I + adv/prep , T ] to touch (something) quickly and lightly or carelessly:

Charlotte brushed against him (= touched him quickly and lightly with her arm or body) as she left the room.

His lips gently brushed her cheek and he was gone.

C1 [ T + adv/prep ] to move something somewhere using a brush or your hand:

Jackie brushed the hair out of her eyes.

He brushed away a tear.

She stood up and brushed the wrinkles from her dress.
 

brush / brʌʃ / verb [ T ] (CLEAN)

A2 to clean something or make something smooth with a brush:

When did he last brush his teeth , she wondered.

She brushed her hair with long, regular strokes.

[ + obj + adj ] My trousers got covered in mud, but luckily I was able to brush them clean.

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

brush

[brʌ̱ʃ]
 ♦♦♦
 brushes, brushing, brushed

 1) N-COUNT A brush is an object which has a large number of bristles or hairs fixed to it. You use brushes for painting, for cleaning things, and for tidying your hair.
  We gave him paint and brushes...
  Stains are removed with buckets of soapy water and scrubbing brushes.
  ...a hair brush.
 2) VERB If you brush something or brush something such as dirt off it, you clean it or tidy it using a brush.
  [V n] Have you brushed your teeth?...
  [V n prep] She brushed the powder out of her hair...
  [V n with adv] Using a small brush, he brushed away the fine sawdust.
 N-SING: a N
 Brush is also a noun. I gave it a quick brush with my hairbrush.
 3) VERB If you brush something with a liquid, you apply a layer of that liquid using a brush.
  [V n with n] Take a sheet of filo pastry and brush it with melted butter.
 4) VERB If you brush something somewhere, you remove it with quick light movements of your hands.
  [V n with adv] He brushed his hair back with both hands...
  [V n with adv] She brushed away tears as she spoke of him...
  [V n prep] He brushed the snow off the windshield.
 5) V-ERG If one thing brushes against another or if you brush one thing against another, the first thing touches the second thing lightly while passing it.
  [V prep] Something brushed against her leg...
  [V n] I felt her dark brown hair brushing the back of my shoulder...
  [V n prep] She knelt and brushed her lips softly across Michael's cheek.
 6) VERB If you brush past someone or brush by them, you almost touch them as you go past them. [WRITTEN]
  [V prep/adv] My father would burst into the kitchen, brushing past my mother...
  [V prep/adv] He brushed by with a perfunctory wave to the crowd.
 7) N-COUNT: usu N with n (vagueness) If you have a brush with someone, you have an argument or disagreement with them. You use brush when you want to make an argument or disagreement sound less serious than it really is.
  My first brush with a headmaster came six years ago...
  It is his third brush with the law in less than a year.
 8) N-COUNT: N with n If you have a brush with a particular situation, usually an unpleasant one, you almost experience it.
  ...the trauma of a brush with death...
  The corporation is fighting to survive its second brush with bankruptcy.
  Syn:
  encounter
 9) N-UNCOUNT Brush is an area of rough open land covered with small bushes and trees. You also use brush to refer to the bushes and trees on this land.
  ...the brush fire that destroyed nearly 500 acres.
  ...a meadow of low brush and grass.
  Syn:
  bush
 10) → See also broad-brush, nail brush
 11) tarred with the same brushsee tar
  Phrasal Verbs:
  - brush aside
  - brush away
  - brush off
  - brush up
  - brush up on

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

2brush verb brushes; brushed; brush·ing [+ obj]
1 a : to clean or smooth (something) with a brush
brush your teeth/hair
b : to put (something) on or onto something with a brush
Brush some butter onto the fish before cooking it.
2 : to remove (something) with a brush or with a quick movement of your hand, fingers, etc.
Brush the dirt off your pants.
• The camera showed him brushing [=wiping] away a tear.
3 : to touch gently against (something) when going past it
• Leaves brushed my cheek.
• The two men brushed shoulders [=touched at the shoulders] as they walked past each other.
4 : to move quickly past someone without stopping or paying attention
• The governor brushed by/past the reporters.
brush aside [phrasal verb] brush (something) aside or brush aside (something) : to treat (something) as not important : to ignore or dismiss (something)
• He brushed aside [=brushed off] questions about his son's arrest.
brush off [phrasal verb]
1 brush (something) off or brush off (something) : to treat (something) as not important : to refuse to deal with or talk about (something) in a serious way
• The company brushed off [=brushed aside] reports that it couldn't pay its bills.
2 brush (someone) off or brush off (someone) : to respond to (someone) in a rude way that shows you are not interested in what is being asked for or suggested
• I asked him for some help, but he just brushed me off.
- see also brush-off
brush up [phrasal verb] brush up or brush up (something) : to improve your skill at (something) or increase your knowledge of (something)
• My Spanish is very rusty. I need to brush up before I go on my vacation to Mexico.
• I need to brush up my Spanish.
- often + on
• I need to brush up on my Spanish.

build

build [verb]

to make something by putting bricks or other materials together

US /bɪld/ 
UK /bɪld/ 
Example: 

They're building new houses by the river.

Oxford Essential Dictionary

build

 verb (builds, building, built /, has built)
to make something by putting parts together:
He built a wall in front of the house.
The bridge is built of stone.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

build

I. build1 S1 W1 /bɪld/ BrE AmE verb (past tense and past participle built /bɪlt/)
[Word Family: noun: ↑build, ↑builder, ↑building; verb: ↑build, ↑rebuild; adjective: ↑built]
[Language: Old English; Origin: byldan]
1. MAKE SOMETHING [intransitive and transitive] to make something, especially a building or something large:
The purpose is to build new houses for local people.
The road took many years to build.
They needed $3 million to build the bridge.
It is the female birds that build the nests.
Developers want to build on the site of the old gasworks.
a row of recently built houses
build somebody something
He’s going to build the children a doll’s house.
2. MAKE SOMETHING DEVELOP (also build up) [transitive] to make something develop or form:
She had built a reputation as a criminal lawyer.
She’s been busy building her career.
Ross took 20 years to build up his business.
build (up) a picture of somebody/something (=form a clear idea about someone or something)
We’re trying to build up a picture of what happened.
3. be built of something to be made using particular materials:
The church was built of brick.
4. FEELING (also build up) [intransitive and transitive] if a feeling builds, or if you build it, it increases gradually over a period of time:
Tension began to build as they argued more frequently.
In order to build your self-esteem, set yourself targets you can reach.
5. build bridges to try to establish a better relationship between people who do not like each other:
Peter needs to try and build bridges with Lizzie.
• • •
THESAURUS
build to make a house, road, wall, bridge etc using bricks, stone, wood, or other materials: A new stadium will be built for the Olympics.
construct to build a building, bridge, machine etc. Construct is more formal than build: The council plans to construct two new schools.
put up something to build a wall, fence, or building, or put a statue somewhere. Put up is less formal than build: The neighbours have put up a new wooden fence.
erect formal to build a wall, fence, or building, especially a public building, or put a statue somewhere: A monument to the Canadian soliders was erected in Green Park.
throw something up British English informal to build something very quickly: Developers have hastily thrown up family homes in the area.
put together to make something from its parts, for example a piece of furniture: It took an hour to put the bookcase together.
assemble formal to put all the parts of something such as a machine or a piece of furniture together: A line of robots assemble the cars.
build something around something phrasal verb
to base something on an idea or thing and develop it from there:
Successful businesses are built around good personal relationships.
build something ↔ in phrasal verb
to make something so that it is a permanent part of a wall, room etc:
You could build in a wardrobe with mirrored doors. ⇨ ↑built-in
build something into something phrasal verb
1. to make something so that it is a permanent part of a wall, room etc:
There are three cash machines built into the wall.
2. to make something a permanent part of a system, agreement etc:
Opportunities for reviewing the timings should be built into the plan.
build on phrasal verb
1. build something on something to base something on an idea or thing:
Our relationship is built on trust.
2. build on something to use your achievements as a base for further development:
The new plan will build on the success of the previous programme.
3. to add another room to a building in order to have more space
build something ↔ on
We’re planning to build on a conservatory.
build up phrasal verb
1. INCREASE GRADUALLY if something builds up somewhere, or if you build it up, it gradually becomes bigger or greater:
the rate at which the pension builds up
build something ↔ up
The museum has built up a fine art collection. ⇨ ↑build-up
2. DEVELOP build something ↔ up to make something develop or form
build something ↔ up into
He’s built up the family firm into a multinational company.
3. FEELING if a feeling builds up, or if you build it up, it increases gradually over a period of time:
If you don’t express your feelings, frustration and anger can build up.
build up something
You have to build up trust.
4. MAKE HEALTHY build somebody/something ↔ up to make someone well and strong again, especially after an illness:
Taking exercise will build up your strength.
5. PRAISE build somebody/something ↔ up to praise someone or something so that other people think they are really good, or so that they have more confidence:
The coach has been building his men up before the match.
6. build up sb’s hopes (also build somebody's hopes up) to unfairly encourage someone to think that they will get what they hope for:
Don’t build your hopes up too much.
build up to something phrasal verb
to prepare for a particular moment or event:
I could tell she was building up to some kind of announcement.

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

build

build [build builds built building] verb, noun   [bɪld]    [bɪld]

verb (built, built   [bɪlt]  ;   [bɪlt]  )
1. transitive, intransitive to make sth, especially a building, by putting parts together
~ (sth) They have permission to build 200 new houses.
Robins build nests almost anywhere.
They're going to build on the site of the old power station.
~ sth of/in/from sth a house built of stone
apartment blocks built in brick and concrete
~ sth for sb They had a house built for them.

~ sb sth David built us a shed in the back yard.

2. transitive ~ sth to create or develop sth
She's built a new career for herself.
• We want to build a better life.

• This information will help us build a picture of his attacker.

3. intransitive (of a feeling) to become gradually stronger
The tension and excitement built gradually all day.
see (build) castles in the air at  castle, Rome wasn't built in a day at  Rome 
 
Word Origin:
Old English byldan, from bold, botl ‘dwelling’, of Germanic origin; related to bower.  
Thesaurus:
build verb
1. T, I
a house built of stone
constructassembleput sth upset sth up|formal erect
Opp: demolish
build/construct sth from/out of/of sth
build/construct/put up/erect a house/shelter/wall/fence
build/construct a road/railway/railroad/tunnel/nest
2. T
She's built a new career for herself.
makecreateformdevelop|written, especially business evolve
build/make/create/form sth from out of sth
build/create/form a picture of past societies
build/develop/evolve a theory/framework/programme  
Synonyms:
build
construct assemble erect put sth up
These words all mean to make sth, especially by putting different parts together.
buildto make sth, especially a building, by putting parts together: a house built of stone They're going to build on the site of the old power station.
construct[often passive] (rather formal) to build sth such as a road, building or machine
assemble(rather formal) to fit together all the separate parts of sth such as a piece of furniture or a machine: The cupboard is easy to assemble.
erect(formal) to build sth; to put sth in position and make it stand upright: Police had to erect barriers to keep crowds back.
put sth upto build sth or place sth somewhere: They're putting up new hotels in order to boost tourism in the area.
to build/construct/erect/put up a house/wall
to build/construct/erect/put up some shelves
to build/construct/erect/put up a barrier/fence/shelter
to build/construct/assemble a(n) engine/machine
to build/construct a road/railway/railroad/tunnel
to erect/put up a tent/statue/monument  
Example Bank:
David built us a shed in the backyard.
She's built a new career for herself.
• They're going to build on the site of the old power station.

Derived: build on something  build somebody up  build something around something  build something in  build something into something  build something on  build something on something  build something onto something  build something up  build up  build up to something  build yourself up to something 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

build / bɪld / verb ( built , built )

A2 [ T or I ] to make something by putting bricks or other materials together:

They're building new houses by the river.

The birds built their nest in the tree.

These old houses are built (= made) of stone.

Contractors have started building on waste land near the town.

[ T ] to create and develop something over a long period of time:

We want to build a better future for our children.

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

build

[bɪ̱ld]
 
 builds, building, built

 1) VERB If you build something, you make it by joining things together.
  [V n] Developers are now proposing to build a hotel on the site...
  [V n] The house was built in the early 19th century...
  [V n] Workers at the plant build the F-16 jet fighter.
  Syn:
  construct
  Derived words:
  building N-UNCOUNT In Japan, the building of Kansai airport continues.
  built ADJ adv ADJ, ADJ for n, ADJ to-inf Even newly built houses can need repairs... It's a product built for safety. ...structures that are built to last.
 2) VERB If you build something into a wall or object, you make it in such a way that it is in the wall or object, or is part of it.
  [be V-ed into n] If the TV was built into the ceiling, you could lie there while watching your favourite programme.
 3) VERB If people build an organization, a society, or a relationship, they gradually form it.
  [V n] He and a partner set up on their own and built a successful fashion company...
  [V n] Their purpose is to build a fair society and a strong economy...
  [V n] I wanted to build a relationship with my team.
  Derived words:
  building N-UNCOUNT usu the N of n ...the building of the great civilisations of the ancient world.
 4) VERB If you build an organization, system, or product on something, you base it on it.
  [V n prep] We will then have a firmer foundation of fact on which to build theories...
  [V n prep] The town's nineteenth-century prosperity was built on steel.
 5) VERB If you build something into a policy, system, or product, you make it part of it.
  [V n into n] We have to build computers into the school curriculum...
  [V n into n] How much delay should we build into the plan?
  Syn:
  incorporate
 6) V-ERG To build someone's confidence or trust means to increase it gradually.
  [V n] The encouragement that young boys receive builds a greater self-confidence...
  [V n] Diplomats hope the meetings will build mutual trust...
  Usually when we're six months or so into a recovery, confidence begins to build.
 PHR-V-ERG
 Build up means the same as build. V P n (not pron) The delegations had begun to build up some trust in one another... Also V P to n V P We will start to see the confidence in the housing market building up again.
 7) VERB If you build on the success of something, you take advantage of this success in order to make further progress.
  [V on/upon n] Build on the qualities you are satisfied with and work to change those you are unhappy with...
  [V on/upon n] The new regime has no successful economic reforms on which to build.
 8) VERB If pressure, speed, sound, or excitement builds, it gradually becomes greater.
  Pressure built yesterday for postponement of the ceremony...
  [V to/into n] The last chords of the suite build to a crescendo.
 PHR-V-ERG
 Build up means the same as build. V P n (not pron) We can build up the speed gradually and safely... Also V P to n V P Economists warn that enormous pressures could build up, forcing people to emigrate westwards.
 9) N-VAR Someone's build is the shape that their bones and muscles give to their body.
  He's described as around thirty years old, six feet tall and of medium build...
  The authority of his voice is undermined by the smallness of his build.
  Syn:
  physique
 10) → See also building, built
  Phrasal Verbs:
  - build up
  - build up to

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1build /ˈbɪld/ verb builds; built /ˈbɪlt/; build·ing
1 : to make (something) by putting together parts or materials

[+ obj]

• The house is built (out) of brick/logs.
• The bridge was built in the 1890s.
• The planes were built in Germany.
• The organization helps build houses for poor families.
building more powerful machines/computers/weapons
• A family of birds has built a nest on our roof.
• She started building a fire in the fireplace.
• He built a model airplane from a kit.
• He built a dollhouse for the children. = He built the children a dollhouse.

[no obj]

• You will need permission to build on your property.
2 [+ obj] : to develop or form (something) gradually
• I've started building a collection of rare books. [=I've started collecting rare books]
• They built the organization from scratch. = They built the organization from the ground/bottom up.
• They are building a legal case against the tobacco industry.
• scientists building theories about how the universe began
• At college, you'll build friendships that will last a lifetime.
• She built a successful career in advertising.
• He has built a reputation as a talented artist.
building a more peaceful world [=making the world more peaceful]
- often + up
Building up a successful business can take many years.
• She has built up a large collection of awards.
• We've been building up a savings account.
- see also build up (below)
3 [+ obj] : to increase the amount of (something)
• Lifting weights helps build muscle and increase strength.
• These programs are designed to help build confidence in young women.
• The advertisements are aimed at building support for political candidates.
• They thought the army would build character in their son. [=would make their son become a better person]
- often + up
• She runs a little farther every day to build up (her) endurance.
building up momentum/stamina/energy
• He's been trying to build up the courage/confidence to talk to her.
• These exercises will help you build up your strength.
- see also build up (below)
4 [no obj] : to grow or increase to a high point, level, number, etc.
• The excitement was beginning to build before the game.
• A crowd was building around the accident.
• The story slowly builds to a climax. [=the story slowly reaches a climax]
• Chemicals in the lake are building to dangerous levels.
- often + up
• As the water temperature rises, the pressure inside the pot begins to build up.
• Their passion/anger/fear/hatred has been building up for years.
- see also build up (below)
build around [phrasal verb] build (something) around (something) : to develop or organize (something) by using (something, such as an idea) as its main or central part
• We built our program around the idea that people need love and support.
• Their lives are built around their children. [=their children are the most important things in their lives]
• The textbook builds lessons around grammar topics.
build in/into [phrasal verb] build in (something) or build (something) in or build (something) in/into (something) : to make (something) a part of (something else)
• Carmakers are beginning to build in these new safety features as standard equipment. = Carmakers are building these new safety features into new cars as standard equipment.
• We've built bookshelves into the wall.
• These ideas are built into the program/system/design.
• There are special provisions for bonuses built into the contract.
- see also built-in
build on/upon [phrasal verb]
1 build on/upon (something) : to use (something that has been done in the past) as a basis for further work, development, etc.
• Each president builds on/upon the success of each past president.
• These classes will help students build on what they already know.
building upon past experiences/successes
2 build (something) on/upon (something) : to develop or create (something) by using (something else) as its basis
• He built [=based] his theory on recent studies.
• She has built her reputation as a talented artist on the strength of her earlier paintings.
• Their theory is built upon her research.
build onto [phrasal verb] build onto (something) or build (something) onto (something) : to add (a new room) to a structure that already exists
• They built a new garage onto their house.
• They built onto their house.
build up [phrasal verb]
1 : to increase gradually in amount as time passes : accumulate
• They pick up the garbage that builds up [=collects] along the highway.
• Dust has begun building up on his piano.
• These dangerous chemicals are building up in our lakes and ponds.
2 build (something or someone) up or build up (something or someone) : to say many good things about (something or someone)
• Political candidates are trying to build themselves up [=promote themselves] with public speeches and TV commercials.
• The movie was built up so much [=we heard so many good things about the movie] that we were disappointed when we actually saw it.

full

full [adjective] (COMPLETE)

[ before noun ] complete, whole, or containing a lot of detail

US /fʊl/ 
UK /fʊl/ 
Example: 

Please give your full name and address.

Oxford Essential Dictionary

full

 adjective (fuller, fullest)

1 with a lot of people or things in it, so that there is no more space:
My glass is full.
The bus was full so we waited for the next one.
These socks are full of holes.

2 (British also full up) having had enough to eat:
'Would you like anything else to eat?' 'No thank you, I'm full.'

3 complete; with nothing missing:
Please tell me the full story.

4 as much, big, etc. as possible:
The train was travelling at full speed.

in full completely; with nothing missing:
Please write your name in full.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

full

I. full1 S1 W1 /fʊl/ BrE AmE adjective
[Language: Old English]
1. NO SPACE containing as much or as many things or people as possible, so there is no space left ⇨ empty:
The train was completely full.
Don’t talk with your mouth full.
The class is full, but you can register for next term.
full of
The kitchen was full of smoke.
be crammed/stuffed/packed etc full of something
Ted’s workshop was crammed full of old engines.
half-full/three-quarters full etc
McQuaid filled his glass until it was three-quarters full.
The bath was full to the brim (=completely full) with hot water.
full (up) to bursting British English informal (=completely full)
The filing cabinet was full to bursting.
REGISTER
In everyday English, people often say that a place is packed when it is full of people:
▪ The trains are always packed in the rush hour.
2. INCLUDING EVERYTHING [only before noun] complete and including all parts or details:
Please write your full name and address on the form.
The Health Centre offers a full range of services.
Lotus will not reveal full details until the Motor Show.
The BBC promised a full investigation.
I don’t think he’s telling us the full story (=everything he knows about the matter).
3. HIGHEST AMOUNT/LEVEL [only before noun] the greatest amount or highest level of something that is possible SYN maximum:
rising prosperity and full employment
The charity helps disabled children reach their full potential.
Few customers take full advantage of off-peak fares.
Parker was driving at full speed when he hit the wall.
in full leaf/bloom
The roses were now in full bloom.
4. HAVING A LOT OF SOMETHING be full of something
a) to contain many things of the same kind:
a garden full of flowers
His essay was full of mistakes.
The music papers were full of gossip about the band.
Life’s full of surprises, isn’t it?
b) to feel, express, or show a lot of a particular emotion or quality
full of excitement/energy/hope etc
Lucy was a happy child, always full of life.
He was full of praise for the work of the unit.
c) to talk or think a lot about a particular thing:
She was full of plans for the wedding.
5. FOOD (also full up British English) [not before noun] having eaten so much food that you cannot eat any more:
No more, thanks. I’m full.
6. EMPHASIS [only before noun] used to emphasize an amount, quantity, or rate
three/six etc full days/years/pages etc
We devote five full days a month to training.
His pants rose a full three inches off his shoes.
7. BUSY busy and involving lots of different activities:
Before her illness, Rose enjoyed a full life.
Go to bed. You’ve a full day tomorrow.
8. RANK having or giving all the rights, duties etc that belong to a particular rank or position
full professor/member/colonel etc
Only full members have the right to vote.
a full driving licence
9. be full of yourself to have a high opinion of yourself – used to show disapproval:
My first impression was that he was a bit full of himself.
10. be full of crap/shit/it not polite a rude expression used to say that someone often says things that are wrong or stupid:
Don’t listen to Jerry. He’s full of it.
11. CLOTHES made using a lot of material and fitting loosely:
a dress with a full skirt
12. BODY large and rounded in an attractive way
full figure/face/breasts etc
clothes for the fuller figure
13. TASTE having a strong satisfying taste:
Now you can enjoy Nescafé's fuller flavour in a decaffeinated form. ⇨ ↑full-bodied
14. SOUND pleasantly loud and deep:
the rich full sound of the cello
15. full price not a reduced price:
If you’re over 14, you have to pay full price.
16. in full view of somebody so that all the people in a place can see, especially when this is embarrassing or shocking:
The argument happened on stage in full view of the audience.
17. be in full swing if an event or process is in full swing, it has reached its highest level of activity:
By 8.30, the party was in full swing.
18. full speed/steam ahead doing something with as much energy and effort as possible:
With last season’s misery behind them, it’s full steam ahead for the Bears.
19. be full of beans to be excited and have lots of energy
20. (at) full blast informal as strongly, loudly, or quickly as possible:
The heater was on full blast but I was still cold.
a car stereo playing Wagner at full blast
21. (at) full tilt/pelt moving as fast as possible:
She ran full tilt into his arms.
22. be in full cry if a group of people are in full cry, they are criticizing someone very strongly:
Anyone who’s seen the world’s press in full cry can understand how Diana felt.
23. to the full (also to the fullest American English) in the best or most complete way:
Ed believes in living life to the full.
24. come/go/turn full circle to be in the same situation in which you began, even though there have been changes during the time in between:
Fashion has come full circle and denim is back.
⇨ ↑fully, ⇨ have your hands full at ↑hand1(29), ⇨ draw yourself up to your full height at ↑draw up(4)
• • •
THESAURUS
full containing as much or as many things or people as possible, so there is no space left: The train was nearly full. | The cupboard was full of clothes. | He spilled a full cup of coffee on the carpet.
filled with something full of something – use this about a container when a lot of things have been put into it: The envelopes were filled with cash.
stuffed full of something completely full of something – use this about a container when lots of things have been put into it, often in an untidy way: The case was stuffed full of clothes.
packed completely full of people – use this about a room, train etc: a packed restaurant | The courtroom will be packed with journalists.
bursting (with something) extremely full of something: Her wardrobe was bursting with coats and shoes. | a small garden bursting with fruit and flowers
crammed so full that you cannot fit anyone or anything else in – often used when you think there are too many people or things: In summer, the hotels are crammed with tourists. | The resort’s crammed beaches are uncomfortable in summer.
teeming (with something) /ˈtiːmɪŋ/ full of people, animals etc that are all moving around: The rivers are teeming with fish.
overflowing used about a container that is so full that the liquid or things inside it come out over the top: an overflowing bathtub | The drawers were overflowing with magazines.
overloaded used about a vehicle or a ship which has too many people or things in it: an overloaded fishing boat | The trucks are often grossly overloaded (=far too overloaded).

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

full

full [full fulls fulled fulling fuller fullest] adjective, adverb   [fʊl]    [fʊl]

adjective (full·er, fullest

WITH NO EMPTY SPACE
1. ~ (of sth) containing or holding as much or as many as possible; having no empty space
a full bottle of wine
She could only nod, because her mouth was full.
My suitcase was full of books.
There were cardboard boxes stuffed full of clothes.

(BrE) Sorry, the hotel is full up tonight.  

HAVING A LOT

2. ~ of sth having or containing a large number or amount of sth
The sky was full of brightly coloured fireworks.
Life is full of coincidences.
Our new brochure is crammed full of inspirational ideas.
animals pumped full of antibiotics
• She was full of admiration for the care she had received.

• He smiled, his eyes full of laughter.  

TALKING A LOT

3. ~ of sth (of a person) thinking or talking a lot about a particular thing

• He was full of his new job and everything he'd been doing.  

WITH FOOD

4. (BrE also ˌfull ˈup) having had enough to eat
No more for me, thanks— I'm full up.
• The kids still weren't full, so I gave them an ice cream each.

• You can't run on a full stomach.  

COMPLETE

5. usually before noun complete; with nothing missing
Full details are available on request.
I still don't think we've heard the full story.
a full English breakfast
A full refund will be given if the item is faulty.
Fill in your full name and address.
The country applied for full membership of the European Union.
• It is too early to assess the full extent of the damage.

• They sell a full range of hair and beauty products.  

AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE

6. usually before noun to the highest level or greatest amount possible
Syn:  maximum
Many people don't use their computers to their full potential.
measures to achieve full employment
Students should take full advantage of the university's facilities.

• She came round the corner at full speed.  

BUSY

7. busy; involving a lot of activities
He'd had a very full life.

• Her life was too full to find time for hobbies.  

FOR EMPHASIS

8. only before noun used to emphasize an amount or a quantity

• She is a full four inches shorter than her sister.  

MOON

9. appearing as a complete circle
• The moon was full, the sky clear.

see also  full moon  

FAT

10. (of a person or part of the body) large and round. Full is sometimes used to avoid saying ‘fat’
• He kissed her full sensual lips.

• They specialize in clothes for women with a fuller figure.  

CLOTHES

11. made with plenty of cloth; fitting loosely

• a full skirt  

TONE/VOICE/FLAVOUR

12. deep, strong and rich
• He draws a unique full sound from the instrument.

• the full fruity flavour of the wine

Rem: Most idioms containing full are at the entries for the nouns and verbs in the idioms, for example full of the joys of spring is at joy.  
Word Origin:
Old English, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch vol and German voll.  
Thesaurus:
full adj.
1.
There were boxes full of clothes.
packedcrammedcrowded|informal stuffed|disapproving overcrowdedcongested
Opp: empty
full/packed/crammed/crowded/overcrowded/congested with sb/sth
packed/crammed/stuffed full of sb/sth
2.
We haven't heard the full story.
wholecompleteentiretotal
Opp: partial
a/an full/whole/complete/entire day/set
the full/whole/complete truth/story
full/complete details
3.
He led a very full life.
busyhecticeventful|especially BrE lively
Opp: empty
a/an full/busy/hectic/eventful day/weekend/week/life
a full/busy/hectic/lively programme
a full/busy/hectic schedule/timetable
Full, busy or hectic? Busy is the most general of these words. A period of time that is full is busy in a good way; if it is hectic then it is usually too busy,  
Example Bank:
Her wine glass was still fairly full.
I'm full up. I can't eat another thing.
The bottle was half full of mineral water.
The garage has got full of junk again.
The kitchen was absolutely full of flies!
The reservoirs are all virtually full.
He'd had a very full life.
I ordered a full English breakfast.
I still don't think we've heard the full story.
I've always believed in living life to the full.
Life is full of coincidences.
Many people don't use their computers to their full potential.
No more for me, thanks— I'm full up.
Our new brochure is crammed full of inspirational ideas.
She came round the corner at full speed.
Students should take full advantage of the college's facilities.
The kids still weren't full, so I gave them an ice cream each.
You shouldn't swim on a full stomach.
• measures to achieve full employment

Idioms: full of it  full of yourself  in full  the full 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

full / fʊl / adjective (CONTAINING A LOT)

A2 (of a container or a space) holding or containing as much as possible or a lot:

This cup is very full so be careful with it.

My plate was already full.

I tried to get in the cinema last night but it was full.

Don't talk with your mouth full!

The shelves were full of books.

When she looked at him her eyes were full of tears.

I tried to get on the 8.45 train but it was full (up) .

Don't fill your glass too full or you'll spill it.

The theatre was only half full.

A2 containing a lot of things or people or a lot of something:

This sweater is full of holes.

His essay was full of spelling errors.

I'm full of admiration for you.

You're always so full of energy.

involving a lot of activities:

I've got rather a full week next week - could we postpone our meeting?

She has a very full life.

be full of sth to be talking or thinking a lot about something that you have enjoyed or found exciting:

"Did the kids enjoy their trip to the zoo?" "Oh, yes, they were full of it when they got back this afternoon."

be full of your own importance disapproving to think and act as if you are very important:

Since he got his new job, he's been very full of his own importance.

be full of yourself C2 disapproving to think that you are very important in a way that annoys other people:

I can't stand her - she's so full of herself.
 

full / fʊl / adjective (COMPLETE)

A2 [ before noun ] complete, whole, or containing a lot of detail:

Please give your full name and address.

We do not yet have full details of the story.

Few journalists have managed to convey the full horror of the situation.

The full impact of the tax changes is yet to be felt.

Today's my last full day in Paris.

He unwound the rope to its full extent.

Are you a full member (= do you have all the membership rights) of the club?

Some plants need to be in full sun (= to have the sun shining on them) all the time.

in full B1 completely:

The bill must be paid in full by the end of the month.

in full flow If an activity is in full flow, it is happening fast and with energy:

Preparations for the event are now in full flow.

be in full swing If an event is in full swing, it has already been happening for a period of time and there is a lot of activity:

The party was in full swing by the time we arrived.

in full view able to be seen by other people:

Andy and Vicki had a furious row outside their house, in full view of the neighbours.
 

full / fʊl / adjective [ before noun ] (GREATEST POSSIBLE)

B1 the greatest possible:

James is very bright, but he doesn't make full use of his abilities.

Nobody got full marks (= all the answers right) in the spelling test.

It doesn't seem likely that we will see a return to full employment (= that all the people in the country will have a job) in the near future.
 

full / fʊl / adjective (FOOD)

B2 ( also full up ) having eaten so much food that you cannot eat any more:

No more cake for me, thanks, I'm full.

on a full stomach ( also full up ) having recently eaten:

Never go swimming on a full stomach.
 

full / fʊl / adjective (LARGE)

(of clothing) loose or containing a lot of material, or (of parts of the body) quite large and rounded:

a full skirt

Women often have full faces /become full in the face when they're pregnant.

She has wonderful full lips.

used to avoid saying 'fat':

They advertise clothes 'for the fuller figure '.
 

full / fʊl / adjective (STRONG)

(of a flavour, sound, smell, etc.) strong or deep:

This wine has a full fruity flavour.

A cello has a fuller sound than a violin.

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

full

/fʊl/
(fuller, fullest)

Frequency: The word is one of the 700 most common words in English.

1.
If something is full, it contains as much of a substance or as many objects as it can.
Once the container is full, it stays shut until you turn it clockwise.
...a full tank of petrol.
empty
ADJ

2.
If a place or thing is full of things or people, it contains a large number of them.
The case was full of clothes...
The streets are still full of debris from two nights of rioting.
...a useful recipe leaflet full of ideas for using the new cream.
= filled
ADJ: v-link ADJ of n

3.
If someone or something is full of a particular feeling or quality, they have a lot of it.
I feel full of confidence and so open to possibilities...
Mom’s face was full of pain.
...an exquisite mousse, incredibly rich and full of flavour.
ADJ: v-link ADJ of n

4.
You say that a place or vehicle is full when there is no space left in it for any more people or things.
The main car park was full when I left about 10.45...
They stay here a few hours before being sent to refugee camps, which are now almost full...
The bus was completely full, and lots of people were standing.
ADJ: usu v-link ADJ

5.
If your hands or arms are full, you are carrying or holding as much as you can carry.
Sylvia entered, her arms full of packages...
People would go into the store and come out with their arms full.
ADJ: v-link ADJ

6.
If you feel full, you have eaten or drunk so much that you do not want anything else.
It’s healthy to eat when I’m hungry and to stop when I’m full.
ADJ: v-link ADJ
full‧ness
High fibre diets give the feeling of fullness.
N-UNCOUNT

7.
You use full before a noun to indicate that you are referring to all the details, things, or people that it can possibly include.
Full details will be sent to you once your application has been accepted...
May I have your full name?...
= complete
ADJ: ADJ n

8.
Full is used to describe a sound, light, or physical force which is being produced with the greatest possible power or intensity.
From his study came the sound of Mahler, playing at full volume...
Then abruptly he revved the engine to full power.
ADJ: ADJ n

Full is also an adverb.
...a two-seater Lotus, parked with its headlamps full on.
ADV: ADV adv

9.
You use full to emphasize the completeness, intensity, or extent of something.
We should conserve oil and gas by making full use of other energy sources...
Television cameras are carrying the full horror of this war into homes around the world...
The lane leading to the farm was in full view of the house windows...
ADJ: ADJ n [emphasis]

10.
A full statement or report contains a lot of information and detail.
Mr Primakov gave a full account of his meeting with the President.
...the enormous detail in this very full document.
ADJ: usu ADJ n

11.
If you say that someone has or leads a full life, you approve of the fact that they are always busy and do a lot of different things.
You will be successful in whatever you do and you will have a very full and interesting life.
ADJ: usu ADJ n [approval]

12.
You use full to emphasize the force or directness with which someone or something is hit or looked at.
She kissed him full on the mouth...
ADV: ADV prep [emphasis]

13.
You use full to refer to something which gives you all the rights, status, or importance for a particular position or activity, rather than just some of them.
How did the meeting go, did you get your full membership?...
ADJ: ADJ n

14.
A full flavour is strong and rich.
Italian plum tomatoes have a full flavour, and are best for cooking.
ADJ: ADJ n

15.
If you describe a part of someone’s body as full, you mean that it is rounded and rather large.
The Juno Collection specialises in large sizes for ladies with a fuller figure.
...his strong chin, his full lips, his appealing mustache.
ADJ: usu ADJ n

16.
A full skirt or sleeve is wide and has been made from a lot of fabric.
My wedding dress has a very full skirt.
ADJ: usu ADJ n
full‧ness
The coat has raglan sleeves, and is cut to give fullness at the back.
N-UNCOUNT

17.
When there is a full moon, the moon appears as a bright, complete circle.
ADJ: usu ADJ n

18.
You say that something has been done or described in full when everything that was necessary has been done or described.
The medical experts have yet to report in full...
= fully
PHRASE: PHR after v

19.
If you say that a person knows full well that something is true, especially something unpleasant, you are emphasizing that they are definitely aware of it, although they may behave as if they are not.
He knew full well he’d be ashamed of himself later.
PHRASE: V inflects [emphasis]

20.
Something that is done or experienced to the full is done to as great an extent as is possible.
She probably has a good mind, which should be used to the full...
PHRASE: PHR after v

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1full /ˈfʊl/ adj full·er; -est
1 : containing or holding as much or as many as possible
• a full bottle
• The disk is full.
• The plane was carrying a full load of passengers.
• The theater was full to capacity.
- often + of
• a bottle full of milk
• a bin full of corn
2 always used before a noun
a : not lacking anything : complete in number, amount, etc.
• We bought a full set of dishes.
• They waited for three full months.
• He has a full array of stereo equipment.
• The soldiers were wearing full combat gear.
• This will be his first full season with the team.
✦The phrase a full is often used to stress the large size of an amount.
• He won the match by a full seven strokes.
• It was a full three months before they made a decision.
• He's a full foot taller than his wife.
b : not limited in any way
• His theories have not yet found full acceptance.
• I have full [=complete] confidence in your honesty.
• I hope that you'll give us your fullest cooperation.
• Please give me your full attention.
• We need to take full advantage of this opportunity.
• She's expected to make a full recovery.
• They're not making full use of these resources.
• He's now a full member of the club. = He now has full membership in the club.
• the rights of full citizenship
• a full professor
• We're still waiting to hear the full story of what happened.
• She deserves full credit for meeting the deadline.
c : not reduced or shortened
• He doesn't like having to pay full price.
• We could feel the full impact of every bump.
• What is your full name?
d : existing or working at the highest or greatest degree : developed as much as possible
• The flowers were in full bloom.
• The machine was running at full power/speed.
• The factory is operating at full capacity.
• The tree has not yet reached full size.
• The stereo was at full volume. [=was playing as loudly as possible]
• After the meeting, he had a fuller understanding of the job.
• It'll be a few minutes before you feel the full effect of the drug.
• He hasn't yet realized his full potential as a writer.
3 a always used before a noun : including many things
• She has a full range of interests. [=she is interested in many different things]
• The store carries a full line of products.
b : involving many activities
• We have a full schedule of events planned.
• We have a full day of work ahead of us. : very active
• She lived a very full and satisfying life.
4 : having a rounded shape : not thin or narrow
• She has a full face.
• a woman with a full figure = a full-figured woman
full lips
5 : having or containing a great number or amount of something
• The room was full of pictures.
• Despite his problems, he was still full of hope.
full of enthusiasm
• food full of flavor
• He says the charges against him are full of lies.
6 a : having eaten all that is wanted
• No dessert for me, thank you. I'm full. [=(chiefly Brit) full up]
b always used before a noun : large enough to satisfy hunger
• I like to start the day with a full breakfast.
• a full meal
7 a : having a large amount of material
• a full skirt/dress
b : having a large amount of hair
• He has a full [=thick] head of hair.
• a full beard
8 : thinking of something all the time
• He was full of his own concerns.
✦If you are full of yourself, you think of yourself more than you should.
• She is certainly very full of herself.
9 : having a strong and pleasing quality
• a food/wine of full flavor
• His voice is a full, rich baritone.
10 of the moon : appearing as a bright circle
• The moon is full tonight.
full blast
- see 1blast
full count
- see 2count
full of beans
- see bean
full of crap/shit informal + offensive : not to be believed : saying things that are not true
• That guy is full of shit.
full of it informal + sometimes offensive : not to be believed
• His story was so exaggerated that I thought he was full of it.
• Oh, you're so full of it.
full steam/speed ahead
- used to say that something is being done with as much speed and power as possible
• The work started slowly, but now it's full steam ahead.
• The campaign is going full speed ahead.
have your hands full
- see 1hand
not playing with a full deck
- see 1deck
to the fullest : in a very active and energetic way
• She likes to live life to the fullest.
- full·ness also ful·ness noun [noncount]
• the fullness of her voice
• The conditioner added fullness to her hair.
• I expected it would happen in the fullness of time. [=it would happen eventually]

save

save [verb] (KEEP)

to keep something, especially money, for use in the future

US /seɪv/ 
UK /seɪv/ 
Example: 

Tom's been saving his pocket money every week.

Oxford Essential Dictionary

save

 verb (saves, saving, saved )

1 to take somebody or something away from danger:
He saved me from the fire.
The doctor saved her life.

2 (also save up) to keep or not spend money so that you can buy something later:
I've saved enough money to buy a car.
I'm saving up for a new bike.

3 to keep something to use in the future:
Save some of the meat for tomorrow.

4 to use less of something:
She saves money by making her own clothes.

5 to stop somebody from scoring a goal, for example in football

6 (computing) to store information in a computer by giving it a special instruction:
Don't forget to save the file before you close it.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

save

I. save1 S1 W1 /seɪv/ BrE AmE verb
[Word Family: noun: ↑save, ↑saver, ↑saving, savings, SAVIOUR/SAVIOR; verb: ↑save]
[Date: 1200-1300; Language: Old French; Origin: salver, from Late Latin salvare, from Latin salvus; ⇨ ↑safe1]
1. FROM HARM/DANGER [transitive] to make someone or something safe from danger, harm, or destruction ⇨ rescue:
Emergency aid could save millions threatened with starvation.
a new treatment that could save his life
She was determined to save her marriage.
the campaign to save the rain forests
save somebody/something from something
He saved the child from drowning.
2. MONEY [intransitive and transitive] (also save up) to keep money in a bank so that you can use it later, especially when you gradually add more money over a period of time:
He managed to save enough to buy a small house.
So far, I’ve saved about £500.
save for
I’m saving up for a new car. ⇨ ↑saver
3. NOT WASTE [transitive] (also save on something) to use less money, time, energy etc so that you do not waste any OPP waste:
We’ll save a lot of time if we go by car.
Everyone is being encouraged to save energy.
ways to save money on heating bills
energy-saving/time-saving etc
money-saving ideas
4. TO USE LATER [transitive] to keep something so that you can use or enjoy it in the future:
We’ll save the rest of the food and have it later.
save something for something
I had a bottle of champagne which I’d been saving for a special occasion.
5. COLLECT [transitive] (also save something ↔ up) to keep all the objects of a particular kind that you can find, so that you can use them:
I’m saving up vouchers to get a cheap air ticket to the States.
6. HELP TO AVOID [transitive] to help someone by making it unnecessary for them to do something that they do not want to do:
If you lent me £5, it would save me a trip to the bank.
save somebody doing something
I’ll take the shopping home in the car to save you carrying it.
save somebody the trouble/bother (of doing something)
I’ll get a taxi from the station to save you the trouble of coming to collect me.
7. KEEP FOR SOMEBODY [transitive] to stop people from using something so that it is available for someone else:
Will you save me a seat?
save something for somebody
We’ll save some dinner for you if you’re late.
8. COMPUTER [intransitive and transitive] to make a computer keep the work that you have done on it:
Don’t forget to save before you close the file.
Did you save the changes that you made?
9. SPORT [intransitive and transitive] to stop the other team from scoring in a game such as football:
The goalkeeper just managed to save the shot.
10. you saved my life spoken used to thank someone who has helped you out of a difficult situation or solved a problem for you:
Thanks again for the loan – you really saved my life.
11. save sb’s skin/neck/bacon informal to help someone to escape from an extremely difficult or dangerous situation:
He lied in court to save his own skin.
12. save the day to stop things from going badly and make a situation end successfully:
A local businessman saved the day by donating £30,000 to the school.
13. save face to do something that will stop you from looking stupid or feeling embarrassed:
A compromise must be found which will allow both sides in the dispute to save face. ⇨ ↑face-saving
14. saving grace the one good thing that makes someone or something acceptable:
His sense of humour was his only saving grace.
15. somebody can’t do something to save his/her life informal to be completely unable to do something:
He couldn’t draw to save his life!
16. save your breath spoken used to tell someone that it is not worth saying anything, because nothing they say will make any difference to the situation:
I tried to explain, but she told me to save my breath.
17. save somebody from themselves to prevent someone from doing something that they want to do but that you think is harmful
18. RELIGION [intransitive and transitive] in the Christian church, to free someone from the power of evil and bring them into the Christian religion:
Jesus came to save sinners.
• • •
THESAURUS
save to gradually collect money by not spending all the money you have, especially when you regularly put some of it in a bank: She doesn’t earn much, but she still manages to save a few dollars each week. | We’re saving for a deposit to buy a house.
set/put aside to regularly save part of the money you earn, especially over a long period of time: You should start setting aside part of your earnings as retirement savings.
scrimp and save to try to save money by spending less on the things you need and by saving what you can, especially when you do not earn very much: My parents scrimped and saved for years to send me to college.
squirrel something away informal to keep something, especially money, in a safe place to be used later: I wanted to surprise her, so I squirreled away a couple of dollars a week to spend on a present.
economize to spend less money by buying only the things that you really need, or by buying cheaper things: Weddings can be expensive, but you can economize by doing some things yourself.

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

save

save [save saves saved saving] verb, noun, preposition, conjunction   [seɪv]    [seɪv]

verb  

KEEP SAFE
1. transitive to keep sb/sth safe from death, harm, loss, etc
~ sb/sth to save sb's life
Doctors were unable to save her.
He's trying to save their marriage.
She needs to win the next two games to save the match.
(figurative) Thanks for doing that. You saved my life (= helped me a lot).
~ sb/sth (from sth) to save a rare species (from extinction)
• Money from local businesses helped save the school from closure.

~ sb/sth from doing sth She saved a little girl from falling into the water.  

MONEY

2. intransitive, transitive to keep money instead of spending it, especially in order to buy a particular thing
I'm not very good at saving.
~ (up) (for sth) I'm saving for a new bike.
We've been saving up to go to Australia.
~ sth (up) (for sth) You should save a little each week.

• I've saved almost £100 so far.  

COLLECT STH

3. transitive ~ sth to collect sth because you like it or for a special purpose
• I've been saving theatre programmes for years.

• If you save ten tokens you can get a T-shirt.  

KEEP FOR FUTURE

4. transitive to keep sth to use or enjoy in the future
~ sth (for sth/sb) He's saving his strength for the last part of the race.
We'll eat some now and save some for tomorrow.
• Save some food for me.

~ sb sth Save me some food.  

NOT WASTE

5. transitive, intransitive to avoid wasting sth or using more than necessary
~ sth We'll take a cab to save time.
Book early and save £50!
We should try to save water.
~ sth on sth The government is trying to save £1 million on defence.
~ sb sth (on sth) If we go this way it will save us two hours on the trip.

~ on sth I save on fares by walking to work.  

AVOID STH BAD

6. transitive to avoid doing sth difficult or unpleasant; to make sb able to avoid doing sth difficult or unpleasant
~ sb from doing sth The prize money saved her from having to find a job.
~ sth She did it herself to save argument.
~ sb sth Thanks for sending that letter for me— it saved me a trip.
~ doing sth He's grown a beard to save shaving.

~ sb doing sth If you phone for an appointment, it'll save you waiting.  

IN SPORT

7. transitive, intransitive ~ (sth) (in football ( soccer ), etc.) to prevent an opponent's shot from going in the goal
to save a penalty
• The goalie saved Johnson's long-range shot.

(BrE) The goalie saved brilliantly from Johnson's long-range shot.  

COMPUTING

8. transitive, intransitive ~ (sth) to make a computer keep work, for example by putting it on a disk
Save data frequently.
 
Word Origin:
v. and n. Middle English Old French sauver late Latin salvare Latin salvus ‘safe’
conj. and prep. Middle English Old French sauf sauve Latin salvo salva salvus ‘safe’ salvo jure, salva innocentia ‘with no violation of right or innocence’
 
Thesaurus:
save verb
1. T
They launched a campaign to save the school from closure.
rescuepreserveprotectdefendsafeguardbail sb out|formal, religion redeem
Opp: endanger
save/rescue/preserve/protect/defend/redeem sb/sth from sth
save/redeem sinners/mankind
save/preserve/protect/safeguard jobs
save/preserve/protect a species
2. I
I'm saving up for a new car.
budgeteconomizeskimp|informal tighten your belt
Opp: spend
save up/budget for sth
economize/skimp on sth
3. T
I've saved almost £100 so far.
put/set sth asidedepositbank
Opp: waste
save/put aside/deposit/bank money, £100, etc.
save/deposit cash
4. T
I'll save you a seat.
reservehold|especially BrE keep
save/reserve/hold/keep sth for sb/sth
save/reserve/hold/keep a seat/place for sb/sth
save/keep some food for sb
Save, reserve or keep? Reserve is used especially when sth is officially saved for sb/sth. Keep and save are more often used if sth is saved for you unofficially, for example by a friend.
5. T, I
We'll take a cab to save time.
formal conserve
Opp: waste
save/conserve energy/water/fuel  
Synonyms:
save
budget economize tighten your belt
These words all mean to spend less money.
saveto keep money instead of spending it, often in order to buy a particular thing: I'm saving for a new car.
budgetto be careful about the amount of money you spend; to plan to spend an amount of money for a particular purpose: If we budget carefully we'll be able to afford the trip.
economizeto use less money, time, etc. than you normally use
tighten your belt(rather informal) to spend less money because there is less available: With the price increases, we are all having to tighten our belts.
to save up/budget for sth
to have to save/budget/economize/tighten our belts
to try to/manage to save/budget/economize 
Synonyms:
save
rescue bail out redeem
These words all mean to prevent sb/sth from dying, losing sth, being harmed or embarrassed.
saveto prevent sb/sth from dying, being harmed or destroyed or losing sth: Doctors were unable to save him. a campaign to save the panda from extinction
rescueto save sb/sth from a dangerous or harmful situation: They were rescued by a passing cruise ship.
bail sb outto rescue sb/sth from a difficult situation, especially by providing money: Don't expect me to bail you out if it all goes wrong.
redeem(formal, religion) to save sb from the power of evil: He was a sinner, redeemed by the grace of God.
Redeem is also used in non-religious language in the phrase redeem a situation, which means to prevent a situation from being as bad as it might be.
to save/rescue/redeem sb/sth from sth
to save/rescue/redeem a situation
to save/redeem sinners/mankind
to rescue sb/bail sb out financially  
Example Bank:
Doctors battled to save the little boy's life.
He is responsible for saving the lives of the aircrew.
I'm saving up to buy a new car.
I'm trying to save up for my holiday.
It's a trick that might just save us from total disaster.
Nothing could save us from disaster.
She helped save my career.
The furniture was beyond saving.
They saved the paintings from destruction.
They're hoping to save on printing costs.
We managed to save the animals from being put down.
We scrimp and save to send our children to a private school.
We use video conferencing for our meetings, thereby saving thousands in travel expenses.
We're trying to save up for our honeymoon.
a last desperate attempt to save his marriage
He's saving his strength for the last part of the race.
I won't save you a seat if you're late.
I've saved some food for you.
We'll eat some now and save some for tomorrow.
Doctors were unable to save him.
Factory and farm managers were told to save electricity during peak hours.
Gerrard's late goal saved the day for Liverpool.
I'm not very good at saving.
I'm saving for a new bike.
I've saved almost £100 so far.
She tried to get the boy to run away and save himself, not try to help her.
She was fired, but she saved face by telling everyone she'd resigned.
Thanks for doing that— you saved my life!.
There's no doubt that the firefighters saved my daughter's life.
They're launching a campaign to save the eagle from extinction.
This new system could save us a lot of money.
We made one last attempt to save our marriage.
We'll take a cab to save time.
• We've been saving up to go to Australia.

Idioms: not be able to do something to save your life  save face  save somebody's neck  save the day  save your breath  save your skin 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

save / seɪv / verb (KEEP)

A2 [ I or T ] to keep something, especially money, for use in the future:

Tom's been saving his pocket money every week.

We're saving (up) for a new car.

I save all my old letters in case I want to read them again.

Save me a place at your table, will you?

A2 [ T ] to put information on a computer onto a computer disk
 

save / seɪv / verb (MAKE SAFE)

B1 [ T ] to stop someone or something from being killed, injured, or destroyed:

Wearing seat belts has saved many lives.

He fell in the river but his friend saved him from drown ing .

He had to borrow money to save his business.

He was desperately trying to save their failing marriage.

We all need to do our bit to save the planet .

The former tennis champion was now serving to save the match (= to win the next point so that the other player did not win this part of the competition) .

save sb's life B1 to stop someone from being killed informal to help someone escape from a difficult or unpleasant situation:

Thanks for helping me with that report - you saved my life!
 

save / seɪv / verb [ I or T ] (NOT WASTE)

B1 to prevent time, money, or effort being wasted or spent:

You'll save time if you take the car.

[ + two objects ] Thanks for your help - it saved me a lot of work.

[ + -ing verb ] I'll lend you a bag for your trip - it'll save you buy ing one specially.

informal Can you save it for later (= tell me your news later when I am less busy) ?
 

save / seɪv / verb [ T ] (SPORT)

B2 in football and similar games, to stop the ball from going into the goal when a player on the other team has kicked or hit it

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

save

/seɪv/
(saves, saving, saved)

Frequency: The word is one of the 1500 most common words in English.

1.
If you save someone or something, you help them to avoid harm or to escape from a dangerous or unpleasant situation.
...a final attempt to save 40,000 jobs in Britain’s troubled aero industry...
A new machine no bigger than a 10p piece could help save babies from cot death...
The national health system saved him from becoming a cripple.
VERB: V n, V n from n/-ing, V n from n/-ing
-saving
His boxing career was ended after two sight-saving operations.
COMB in ADJ

2.
If you save, you gradually collect money by spending less than you get, usually in order to buy something that you want.
The majority of people intend to save, but find that by the end of the month there is nothing left...
Tim and Barbara are now saving for a house in the suburbs...
They could not find any way to save money.
VERB: V, V for n, V n

Save up means the same as save.
Julie wanted to put some of her money aside for holidays or save up for something special...
People often put money aside in order to save up enough to make one major expenditure.
PHRASAL VERB: V P for n, V P n (not pron)

3.
If you save something such as time or money, you prevent the loss or waste of it.
It saves time in the kitchen to have things you use a lot within reach...
I’ll try to save him the expense of a flight from Perth...
I got the fishmonger to skin the fish which helped save on the preparation time.
waste
VERB: V n, V n n, V on n
-saving
...labor-saving devices.
COMB in ADJ

4.
If you save something, you keep it because it will be needed later.
Drain the beans thoroughly and save the stock for soup...
VERB: V n

5.
If someone or something saves you from an unpleasant action or experience, they change the situation so that you do not have to do it or experience it.
The scanner will save risk and pain for patients...
She was hoping that something might save her from having to make a decision...
He arranges to collect the payment from the customer, thus saving the client the paperwork.
VERB: V n, V n from n/-ing, V n n

6.
If you save data in a computer, you give the computer an instruction to store the data on a tape or disk. (COMPUTING)
Try to get into the habit of saving your work regularly...
Import your scanned images from the scanner and save as a JPG file.
VERB: V n, V as n

7.
If a goalkeeper saves, or saves a shot, they succeed in preventing the ball from going into the goal.
He saved one shot when the ball hit him on the head.
VERB: V n

Save is also a noun.
Spurs could have had several goals but for some brilliant saves from John Hallworth.
N-COUNT

8.
You can use save to introduce the only things, people, or ideas that your main statement does not apply to. (FORMAL)
There is almost no water at all in Mochudi save that brought up from bore holes.
= apart from
PREP

Save for means the same as save.
The parking lot was virtually empty save for a few cars clustered to one side.
= apart from
PREP-PHRASE

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1save /ˈseɪv/ verb saves; saved; sav·ing
1 [+ obj]
a : to keep (someone or something) safe : to stop (someone or something) from dying or being hurt, damaged, or lost
• He risked his life to save his friend (from drowning).
• The organization is dedicated to saving [=protecting] endangered animals.
• We need to save the rain forests (from destruction).
• He grabbed her arm to save her from falling. [=to stop/prevent her from falling so that she would not be hurt]
• The doctors managed to save the soldier's wounded leg. [=to keep the leg from having to be cut off]
b : to stop (something) from ending or failing : to make (something that is in danger of failing) successful
• He is trying to save his marriage by going to counseling for his drug addiction.
• The new CEO saved the company (from bankruptcy).
• She saved a tense situation by staying calm.
2 : to keep (something) from being lost or wasted

[+ obj]

• This new plan will help us save time. = The new plan will save us some time.
• Thinner computer monitors save space.

[no obj]

- + on
• A more efficient furnace will save on energy.
3 a : to keep money instead of spending it : to put money away especially in a bank so that you will have it in the future

[no obj]

• She would rather save than spend.
• He has been saving (up) for a new car.

[+ obj]

Save a little money for later.
• She saves part of her pay every week.
• I saved $20,000 for a down payment on the house.
b : to spend less money

[no obj]

• Buy now and save!
- often + on
Save on everything in the store!
• He saved on [=spent less money for] his car insurance by switching to a different insurance company.

[+ obj]

• She saved $15 at the grocery store by using coupons.
- often + on
• We're trying to save money on our electric bill.
4 [+ obj]
a : to keep (something) available for use in the future
• Be sure to save some cookies for your sister.
• You need to save (up) your energy for tomorrow.
• He saves his best jacket for special occasions. [=he only wears his best jacket on special occasions]
• The runners saved their energy for the last lap. = The runners saved themselves for the last lap.
b : to keep (something) for someone to use or have
• She saved a seat for her friend.
• Please save the next dance for me. = Please save me the next dance. [=please don't plan to dance the next dance with anyone but me]
5 [+ obj] : to make (something) unnecessary
• Check that you have everything before you leave. It will save your having to go back again.
• The shortcut saves an hour's driving.
6 [+ obj] : to keep (someone) from doing something
• Thanks for sending out that package. It saved me a trip to the post office.
• I'll make the appointment for you to save you the trouble/bother. [=so that you don't have to do it yourself]
- often + from
• You should cut up the vegetables to save you from doing it later when the guests are here.
7 [+ obj] : to collect or keep (something)
• She saved all his letters.
8 : to store (data) in a computer or on a storage device (such as a CD) so that it can be used later

[+ obj]

• You should save your work on/to a disk.
save a file

[no obj]

• Don't forget to save before you close the file.
9 [+ obj] sports
a : to stop (an opponent's shot) from scoring a goal
• He saved the penalty kick/shot.
b : to keep (a game) from being lost to an opponent
• The relief pitcher saved the game.
10 in Christianity : to protect or free (someone) from sin or evil

[+ obj]

• He believes that Jesus Christ will save him.

[no obj]

• Jesus saves.
a penny saved (is a penny earned)
- see penny
save face
- see 1face
save someone's bacon/hide/neck/skin informal : to save someone : to help someone get out of a dangerous or difficult situation
• You really saved my bacon by helping out yesterday.
• He doesn't care what happens to us. All he's worried about is saving his own skin/neck. [=saving himself]
save someone's life
1 or save a life : to stop (someone) from dying or being killed : to rescue (someone) who is in terrible danger
• She thanked the firefighters who saved her life. [=rescued her]
• a surgical procedure that has saved the lives of thousands of people
• The use of seat belts can save lives.
• If you donate blood, you might save a life.
2 informal : to help (someone) in an important way - often used to thank someone who helped you
• Thanks for covering for me. You really saved my life.
save the day : to make a bad situation end successfully
• Just when things looked hopeless, my brother came along and saved the day.
save your breath
- see breath
to save your life informal
✦If you cannot do something to save your life, you are completely unable to do it.
• She can't sing to save her life. [=she is a very bad singer]

zero

zero [number]

(the number) 0; nothing

US /ˈzɪr.oʊ/ 
UK /ˈzɪə.rəʊ/ 
Example: 

The number one million is written with a one and six zeros.

Persian equivalent: 

Oxford Essential Dictionary

zero

 noun (plural zeros or zeroes)

1 the number 0

2 freezing point; 0°C:
The temperature is five degrees below zero.

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English

zero

I. zero1 /ˈzɪərəʊ $ ˈziːroʊ/ BrE AmE number (plural zeros or zeroes)
[Date: 1600-1700; Language: French; Origin: zéro, from Arabic sifr 'empty, nothing']
1. the number 0 SYN nought British English:
Make x greater than or equal to zero.
2. the point between + and – on a scale for measuring something, or the lowest point on a scale that shows how much there is left of something:
The petrol gauge was already at zero.
3. a temperature of 0º on the Celsius or Fahrenheit scale
above/below zero
It was five degrees below zero last night. ⇨ ↑absolute zero, ↑sub-zero
4. none at all, or the lowest possible amount
sb’s chances are zero (=they have no chance of success)
Mike’s chances of winning are virtually zero.
From 1971 to 1976 West Vancouver experienced zero population growth.
• • •
THESAURUS
zero the number 0. Also used when saying there is nothing at all: A million is written as one followed by six zeros. | a temperature of zero degrees | Our chances of success are virtually zero.
nil British English zero - used especially in the results of sports games: United won the game three-nil. | In rural areas, employment opportunities are almost nil.
nought British English spoken zero – used in calculations and figures: It has increased by nought point seven five per cent (=0.75%).
O used to say the number 0 like the letter O: The code for Oxford is 0 one eight six five (=01865).

Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

zero

zero [zero zeros] number, verb   [ˈzɪərəʊ]    [ˈzɪroʊ]    [ˈziːroʊ]

number
1. (pl. zeros) (BrE also nought) 0

Five, four, three, two, one, zero… We have lift-off.

2. a temperature, pressure, etc. that is equal to zero on a scale
It was ten degrees below zero last night (= −10°C).

The thermometer had fallen to zero.

3. the lowest possible amount or level; nothing at all
I rated my chances as zero.
zero inflation  
Word Origin:
early 17th cent.: from French zéro or Italian zero, via Old Spanish from Arabic ṣifr ‘cipher’.

Derived: zero in on somebody 

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary - 4th Edition
 

zero / ˈzɪə.rəʊ /   / ˈzɪr.oʊ / number ( plural zeros )

A2 [ C or U ] (the number) 0; nothing:

Five, four, three, two, one, zero.

The number one million is written with a one and six zeros.

Heavy rain has reduced visibility almost to zero (= its lowest point) .

B1 [ U ] on a set of numbers for comparing temperature in degrees Celsius, the level of temperature at which water freezes:

The temperature is expected to drop to ten degrees below zero tonight.

Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s English Dictionary

zero

[zɪ͟əroʊ]
 zeros, zeroes (plural & 3rd person present), zeroing, zeroed
 1) NUM Zero is the number 0.
  Visibility at the city's airport came down to zero, bringing air traffic to a standstill.
  ...a scale ranging from zero to seven.
  Syn:
  nought, nil
 2) N-UNCOUNT Zero is a temperature of 0°. It is freezing point on the Centigrade and Celsius scales, and 32° below freezing point on the Fahrenheit scale.
  It's a sunny late winter day, just a few degrees above zero...
  That night the mercury fell to thirty degrees below zero.
 3) ADJ You can use zero to say that there is none at all of the thing mentioned.
  This new ministry was being created with zero assets and zero liabilities.
  ...zero inflation...
  His chances are zero.

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary

Merriam-Webster's Advanced Learner's Dictionary: 

1ze·ro /ˈziroʊ/ noun, pl ze·ros also ze·roes
1 : the number 0

[count]

• One million is a one with six zeros [=(Brit) noughts] after it.

[noncount]

• Two minus two equals zero.
2 [noncount] : the temperature shown by the zero mark on a thermometer
• It's supposed to fall below zero tonight.
• The temperature is 10° above/below zero.
- see also absolute zero, subzero
3 [noncount] : nothing at all
• They are working to reduce the mortality rate to zero.
• Her contribution to the project was close to zero. [=she did almost nothing on the project]
• The car can go from zero to 60 in 10 seconds. [=from not moving at all to going 60 miles per hour in 10 seconds]
• (informal) I know zero [=nada, zilch] about fixing computers.
• You'll have to start from zero [=from scratch] if you can't find your notes.
4 [count] informal : a person who is not important, interesting, popular, etc. - usually singular
• Her new boyfriend's a real zero. [=loser]

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