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(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

Example: I need to study my biology notes.

(academic) To take a course or courses on a subject.

Example: I study medicine at the university.

To acquire knowledge on a subject with the intention of applying it in practice.

Example: Biologists study living things.

To look at minutely.

Example: He studied the map in preparation for the hike.

Mental effort to acquire knowledge or learning.

Example: The study of languages is fascinating.

The act of studying or examining; examination.

Example: I made a careful study of his sister.

Any particular branch of learning that is studied; any object of attentive consideration.

A room in a house intended for reading and writing; traditionally the private room of the male head of household.

Example: Father spends all his time in the study poring over manuscripts.