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belong

pronunciation:: b lawng
features:: Word Builder, Word Parts

part of speech:	intransitive verb
inflections:	belongs, belonging, belonged
definition 1:	to have a specific, proper, or appropriate location. This valuable painting belongs in a museum.These spoons belong in the silverware drawer.
definition 2:	to be owned by. Doesn't that hat belong to you?
definition 3:	to be a member of.
definition 4:	to be accepted as part of a group; fit in. I feel as if I belong. similar words: fit
related words:	appertain, go, number, suit

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belongings:
things that belong to a person.

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