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Meaning of presents

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

presents

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹɛzənts/

noun

Definitions

  1. The current moment or period of time.

  2. The present tense.

noun

Definitions

  1. A gift, especially one given for birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries, graduations, weddings, or any other special occasions.

  2. The position of a soldier in presenting arms.

    Example: to stand at present

verb

Definitions

  1. To bring (someone) into the presence of (a person); to introduce formally.

    Example: to present an envoy to the king

  2. To nominate (a member of the clergy) for an ecclesiastical benefice; to offer to the bishop or ordinary as a candidate for institution.

  3. To offer (a problem, complaint) to a court or other authority for consideration.

  4. To charge (a person) with a crime or accusation; to bring before court.

noun

Definitions

  1. The document in which the word presents appears.

    Example: Know all men by these presents...