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noun

Definition of importsnext
plural of import
as in senses
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action didn't understand all the technical jargon, but got the general import of the speech

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verb

present tense third-person singular of import
1
as in matters
to be of importance it imports little whether you like Grandma's gift; you should have graciously thanked her

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as in means
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind the word "freedom" can import different things to different people

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  1. means
  2. weighs
  3. implies
  4. signifies
  5. intentions
  6. intents
  7. definitions
Verb
  • Digitization means companies can operate with a forward-thinking approach.
    Evan J. Schwartz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • For brands, partnering with influencers means tapping into this unique trust and rapport to boost product visibility.
    Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of means
Verb
  • Optimus weighs 125 pounds (56 kilograms) and stands 5 feet 8 inches tall.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Each individual tamale at the Tamale House weighs nearly a pound.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of weighs
Verb
  • As the name implies, this cleaner, infused with rosemary-leaf extract, will set you up for a good hair week, removing dirt, oil, and product build-up from your scalp and strands.
    Lisa DeSantis, Glamour, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Grief has been called a journey, but a journey implies an endpoint.
    Nancy Borowick, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of implies
Verb
  • According to Spirituality & Health, the cold moon signifies a time of rest, reflection and renewal.
    Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This announcement signifies the company’s ongoing commitment to expand its footprint slowly and carefully throughout the world’s most glamorous destinations.
    Caroline Tell, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of signifies
Noun
  • When accusations arise questioning Sara’s intentions to empower the girls, her identity is put in turmoil.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • However, the road to hell is paved with good intentions.
    Steve Tengler, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of intentions
Noun
  • There is a third method, hybrid, but for all intents and purposes, business owners are going to use the cash or the accrual method.
    Karla Dennis, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • For all intents and purposes this version of Getter 1 is very similar to the one from the original manga and anime from the 70s.
    Ollie Barder, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of intents
Noun
  • Here’s why the legal definitions are crucial.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Likewise, utilize collaborative data modeling tools with version control to track changes and facilitate feedback, and be sure to document data definitions and business rules clearly to avoid ambiguity.
    Artyom Keydunov, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of definitions
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