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wage

 
 
pronunciation:
weIj
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition: (often plural) money paid in a regular way to a person for doing work or giving help.
I collect wages every week from my boss.
synonyms:
compensation, pay, salary
similar words:
hire
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: wages, waging, waged
definition: to carry on or take part in.
During World War II, Germany waged war with its neighboring countries.
similar words:
execute, fight, pursue
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