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- pronunciation:
- kan
stih
tut
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verb |
| inflections: |
constitutes, constituting, constituted |
| definition 1: |
to form or make up.
Seven days constitute a week.Do you know how many atoms constitute the water molecule?- synonyms:
- compose, form, make up
- similar words:
- embody, incorporate
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| definition 2: |
to be equal to or amount to.
One piece of toast does not constitute a good breakfast, in my opinion. |
| definition 3: |
to appoint to a special task or office.
A panel was constituted to investigate the crimes of the former leader.- synonyms:
- appoint, name
- similar words:
- designate, nominate
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| related words: |
calculate, develop |
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| derivation: |
constituter (constitutor) (n.) |
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