belongs
Pronunciation: [bɪˈlɔŋz]
Word
Context: "relationship"
(verb) to be the property of someone or something. It means that something or someone is meant to be with or is a part of another thing or group. For example, if a toy belongs to you, it is yours.
Example
The cat belongs to my neighbor, and she takes care of it every day.
Example
That book does not belong to me; I borrowed it from a friend.
Example
Whose backpack belongs to the person sitting over there?
Context: "membership"
(verb) to be a member of a group or organization. This means being included in a certain community. Like when you belong to a sports team, you are part of that team.
Example
He feels that he truly belongs to the basketball team.
Example
She doesn't feel like she belongs among the new students.
Example
Do you think everyone belongs in this club?
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