English dictionary

constitute

verb

Audio pronunciation

Parts of speech

Definitions

verb

  1. set up or lay the groundwork for

verb

  1. create and charge with a task or function

verb

  1. form or compose

verb

  1. to compose or represent

Example sentences

establish a new department
nominate a committee
This money is my only income
The stone wall was the backdrop for the performance
These constitute my entire belonging
The children made up the chorus
This sum represents my entire income for a year
This wall forms the background of the stage setting
The branches made a roof
This makes a fine introduction

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