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   study

   /ˈstʌdi/

   noun

   • 1. the devotion of time and attention to gaining knowledge of an academic subject, especially by means of books: "the study of English" Similar learningeducationschoolingworkacademic workbook workscholarshiptuitionresearchinformal:swottingcramming
   • ▪ the time devoted by a particular person to gaining knowledge of an academic subject, typically at school, college, or university: "some students may not be able to resume their studies"
   • ▪ an academic book or article on a particular topic: "a study of Jane Austen's novels" Similar essayarticlepieceworkreviewreportpaperdissertationcommentarydiscoursecritiquedisquisition
   • ▪ used in the title of an academic subject: "an undergraduate course in transport studies"
   • 2. a detailed investigation and analysis of a subject or situation: "a study of a sample of 5,000 children" Similar investigationinquiryresearchexaminationanalysisreviewsurveyscrutinyevaluationinterpretation
   • ▪ a portrayal in literature or another art form of an aspect of behaviour or character: "a complex study of a gay teenager"
   • ▪ a thing that is or deserves to be investigated; the subject of an individual's study: archaic "I have made it my study to inspect other people's conduct"
   • ▪ the object or aim of someone's endeavours: archaic "the acquisition of a fortune is the study of all"
   • ▪ a person who memorizes a role at a specified speed: theatrical slang "I'm a quick study"
   • 3. a room used or designed for reading, writing, or academic work: "the third bedroom was used as a study" Similar officeworkroomworkplaceplace of workstudiolibrarydencubbyholesanctum
   • 4. a piece of work, especially a drawing, done for practice or as an experiment. Similar essayarticlepieceworkreviewreportpaperdissertationcommentarydiscoursecritiquedisquisition
   • ▪ a musical composition designed to develop a player's technical skill.
   • 5. a thing or person that is an embodiment or good example of something: "he perched on the edge of the bed, a study in confusion and misery"
   • ▪ an amusing or remarkable thing or person: informal "Ira's face was a study as he approached the car"

   verb

   • 1. devote time and attention to gaining knowledge of (an academic subject), especially by means of books: "I studied classics at college" Similar learnreadread up onwork atbe taughtbe tutored ininformal:mug up on
   • ▪ investigate and analyse (a subject or situation) in detail: "he has been studying mink for many years" Similar investigateinquire intoresearchconduct research intolook intoexamineanalyseexploreprobemonitorreviewappraisesurveyconduct a survey ofscrutinizedissectdelve intoinformal:check outsuss out
   • ▪ apply oneself to study: "he spent his time listening to the radio rather than studying" Similar workapply oneselfread upreviseburn the midnight oilinformal:swotcrambone upmug uparchaic:con
   • ▪ acquire academic knowledge at an educational establishment: "he studied at the Kensington School of Art"
   • ▪ learn intensively about something, especially in preparation for a test of knowledge: US "schoolchildren studying up on their forebears' games and chores"
   • ▪ (of an actor) try to learn (the words of one's role).
   • ▪ give serious thought or consideration to: West Indian "the people here don't make so much noise, so the government don't have us to study"
   • 2. look at closely in order to observe or read: "she bent her head to study the plans" Similar scrutinizeexamineinspectconsiderregardlook ateyeobservewatchsurveykeep an eye onkeep under surveillanceinformal:clockcheck outeyeball
   • 3. make an effort to achieve (a result) or take into account (a person or their wishes): archaic "with no husband to study, housekeeping is mere play"

   Word Origin Middle English: shortening of Old French estudie (noun), estudier (verb), both based on Latin studium ‘zeal, painstaking application’.

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   The meaning of STUDY is a state of contemplation : reverie. How to use study in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Study.

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   STUDY definition: 1. to learn about a subject, especially in an educational course or by reading books: 2. to…. Learn more.

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   What is a study of a subject?

   • A study of a subject is a piece of research on it. Recent studies suggest that as many as 5 in 1000 new mothers are likely to have this problem. ...the first study of English children's attitudes. You can refer to educational subjects or courses that contain several elements as studies of a particular kind. ...a new centre for Islamic studies.

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   What does it mean if you study?

   • If you study, you spend time learning about a particular subject or subjects. ...a relaxed and happy atmosphere that will allow you to study to your full potential. [VERB] He went to Hull University, where he studied History and Economics. [VERB noun] The rehearsals make it difficult for her to study for law school exams. [VERB + for]

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   What is study noun?

   • Definition of study noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary [uncountable] the activity of learning or gaining knowledge, either from books or by examining things in the world It is important to develop good study skills. Physiology is the study of how living things work.

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   What does study mean in a sentence?

   • Your boss might ask you to do a study of your office's energy use. As a verb, study is for the work you do in the library, or for the act of really taking something in, the way you study your friend's face to see if she really forgot your birthday or if she's just joking.

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   What is a research study?

   • [countable] a piece of research that examines a subject or question in detail Research studies carried out in Italy confirmed the theory. study on something He has recently done a study on the effects of traffic and aircraft noise. This study shows/finds/suggests that…

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   What is a study & why is it important?

   • Study has many different senses related to learning or concentrating. You might make a drawing of something you'll paint later — the drawing's a study. Your boss might ask you to do a study of your office's energy use.

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   • [uncountable] the activity of learning or gaining knowledge, either from books or by examining things in the world. a room set aside for private study. academic/literary/scientific study.
   • studies. [plural] (often used with a possessive) (formal) a particular person’s learning activities, for example at a college or university. to continue your studies.
   • studies. [uncountable + singular or plural verb] used in the names of some academic subjects. business/media/American studies. see also gender studies. Extra Examples.
   • [countable] a piece of research that examines a subject or question in detail. to conduct/undertake a study. Research studies carried out in Italy confirmed the theory.

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   It might seem as if you've gone catatonic, staring at a crack in the sidewalk for so long, but really you're observing it as closely as possible for your study of ant movement.

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   Learn the various meanings and uses of the word study as a noun and a verb. Find out how to study a subject, conduct a study, or make a study in different contexts.