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Definition method in British English

method noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˈmeθəd/

▪ effective, efficient, preferred, principal, reliable

▪ adopt, apply, choose, develop, devise, employ, pioneer, provide, use

1

a way of doing something, especially a planned or established way

Example

It was a handmade rug produced by traditional methods.

Example

Farming methods haven't changed here for decades.

Example

We are trying to develop new methods of pollution control.

Example

They have adopted an alternative method of financing the scheme.

Example

Vaccination is one of the most effective methods for preventing disease.

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Definition method in British English