Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with meaning in American Collocation
meaning
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
basic
The words have a literal meaning that we can easily understand.
hidden or deep
There are quite a few possible hidden meanings to this film.
when words are not used in their normal meaning
Some words have both literal and metaphorical meanings, for example ‘to hammer’.
more than one
The project aims to cast new light on the multiple meanings of democracy.
clear
He didn’t express himself too well, but the meaning was clear. He did not want to come with us.
exact
You must give the precise meaning of what you are being asked.
true
The real meaning of Christmas is so much more evident in a smaller community.
same or different
Sometimes different words will carry the same meaning.
give meaning
There may be more than one symbolic meaning attached to the lighthouse in the novel.
have or get meaning
Viewed from this perspective, the issues take on a whole new meaning.
find meaning
Held your children to find the meanings of words by showing them how to use a dictionary efficiently.
understand meaning
The dog must be able to understand the meaning of the word ‘no’.
explain meaning
The draft policy guidance is also welcome in that it helps to clarify the meaning of social inclusion.
communicate meaning
In art, images need to be read and understood if they are to communicate their meaning.