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study
/ˈstʌdi/
to learn or examine something carefully
She decided to study for her exams every night.
She planned to learn and review her course material regularly.
general
to learn or examine something carefully
He studies history at university.
He is a student of history in a higher education institution.
She studies the map before starting the hike.
She examines the map carefully to plan her route.
As a verb, 'study' implies focused and systematic learning or examination.
general
a room or building used for reading, writing, or learning
He set up a study in his home office.
He created a dedicated space for reading and working in his home.
As a noun, 'study' refers to a place designed for academic or intellectual work.
Collocations
study forto prepare for an exam or teststudy abroadto pursue education in a foreign countrystudy groupa group of students who meet to learn together
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Pro Tip
Verb vs. Noun
Remember that 'study' can be both a verb (to learn) and a noun (a room or the act of learning).
Gold Rule
Focused Learning
When using 'study' as a verb, it implies a deliberate and systematic approach to learning.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'studien', from Old French 'estudier', from Latin 'studium' meaning 'eagerness to learn'
Usage Notes
As a verb, 'study' can be transitive (study something) or intransitive (study at a university). As a noun, it can refer to a place or the act of studying.
Word Breakdown
stud
eagerness, zeal
root-y
action or state
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