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ross

Pronunciation: [rɔs]

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Learn how to use ross in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “proper noun, name”

(noun) a common male first name. It’s often used for boys and sometimes can be a surname. People with this name might be known for various reasons, such as their personality or achievements.

Example

Ross always makes everyone laugh with his jokes.

Example

There isn't anyone named Ross in my class this year.

Example

Do you know someone named Ross who likes to play soccer?

Context: “food, cooking”

(noun) a type of sauce that is usually made from stock and is often used in cooking, especially in French cuisine. Chefs use it to add flavor to dishes.

Example

The chef prepared a delicious white sauce or 'ross' to go with the pasta.

Example

I didn’t like the food because there wasn’t any ross on it.

Example

What type of dishes can you make using a ross?

Context: “process, dealing”

(verb) to make someone feel very comfortable or relaxed, often by being friendly or welcoming. This is especially used in context when someone is trying to be nice.

Example

He knows how to ross his new friends so they feel at home.

Example

She didn’t ross her guests, and they felt a bit awkward.

Example

How do you plan to ross the new students at your school?

How to pronounce ross

Pronunciation: [rɔs]

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