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Definition own in American English

own verb

[transitive] verb
/oʊn/
1

to legally have something, especially because you have bought it

Example

I've always wanted to own a little cabin in the woods.

Example

Before she died, she had given away nearly everything she owned.

Example

Larry doesn't own a car - in fact, he doesn't even know how to drive.

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2

to defeat someone completely

Example

I totally owned everybody in the first grand prix.

Example

To all the people saying the game was rigged, you got owned.

3

to admit that something is true

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Definition own in American English

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