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belong

Pronunciation: [bɪˈlɔŋ]

Word

Context: "relationship"

(verb) to be a part of something or to feel like you fit in with a group or place. If you belong somewhere, you feel safe and happy there.

Example

She felt like she belonged to her new school because everyone was friendly.

Example

He didn’t feel like he belonged when he moved to the new town; it felt very lonely.

Example

Do you think you belong to this club?

Context: "ownership"

(verb) to indicate that something is the property of someone. This means that something is owned by someone.

Example

This book belongs to me, and I plan to read it.

Example

The toys do not belong to you; they are my brother's.

Example

Whose jacket does this belong to?

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