present
[ˈprɛzn̩t]
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present
noun
- something that you give to someone especially as a way of showing affection or thanks : gift
2
present
verb
- to give something to someone in a formal way or in a ceremony
- to formally talk about (something you have written, studied, etc.) to a group of people
- to make (something) available to be used or considered
3
present
adjective
- not past or future : existing or happening now
- —used to say what someone or something is now
- at the particular place or event that is being referred to—often + at —often + in —sometimes used as an interjection
4
present
noun
- the period of time that exists now : the present time —usually used with the
- the current condition or situation of someone or something—usually singular
- present tense
