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- pronunciation:
- p
zI
shn
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the exact place where a person or thing is.
Let's change the position of the table and put it by the window.- synonyms:
- location, place
- similar words:
- site, spot, station
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| definition 2: |
the way something is placed or arranged.
Sitting with your legs raised is a comfortable position.The heater must be in an upright position.- synonyms:
- arrangement, order
- similar words:
- distribution
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| definition 3: |
point of view; opinion.
Sarah's parents took the same position on her going to the party.- synonyms:
- opinion, views
- similar words:
- attitude, outlook
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| definition 4: |
an appointed job.
My cousin has a new position as chief of police.- synonyms:
- job, post, work
- similar words:
- business, duty, employment, occupation, office, place, rank, task
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| related words: |
belief, class, condition, opening, point |
| derivation: |
positional (adj.) |
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