like
like
laɪk
laik
British pronunciation
/laɪk/
to like
01

to feel that someone or something is good, enjoyable, or interesting

Transitive: to like sb/sth
to like definition and meaning
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Examples
He does n't like the feeling of being rushed.
1.1

to show support for or interest in a post shared on social media, a blog, etc. by tapping a specific button

Transitive: to like a social media content
to like definition and meaning
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He liked her tweet on Twitter.
02

to express one's desire or want for something

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Design your website with whatever layout you like.
2.1

to wish for or want something, especially used with would or should as a polite formula

Transitive: to like to do sth
to like definition and meaning
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He would like to speak with the manager.
2.2

to prefer something or to prefer something done in a certain way

Complex Transitive: to like sth [adj]
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I like my coffee black, without any sugar or cream.
03

to be suitable or agreeable to someone or something

Transitive: to like sth
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He likes spicy food, but his stomach does n't like it.
01

used to indicate that something or someone shares the same qualities or features to another

like definition and meaning
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He fights like a lion, fierce and brave.
02

used to provide an example

like definition and meaning
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She studies subjects like math, science, and history.
03

used in a question asking for a description of someone or something

04

used to indicate a typical characteristic or quality of someone or something

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It ’s just like you to make a joke in a serious situation.
05

used to indicate the manner or way of doing something

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What were you thinking leaving without saying goodbye like that.
Like
01

something by which a person can show their interest in or approval of a post shared on social media, a blog, etc. by tapping a specific button

like definition and meaning

What is a "like"?

A like refers to an expression of approval, enjoyment, or interest in something. It is commonly used on social media platforms to show that someone appreciates or enjoys a post, photo, or comment. When someone clicks the "like" button, they are indicating that they approve of or find the content appealing.

02

a kind of person

03

a similar kind

04

a set of things one enjoys or has a tendency for

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His likes include playing guitar, hiking, and reading science fiction.
01

identical or nearly the same in appearance, characteristics, etc.

like definition and meaning
example
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Jenny and her sister have like personalities; they both enjoy outdoor activities and have a cheerful demeanor.
02

equal in amount or value

03

suggesting similarities in qualities or appearance

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The dress she wore was elegant and ladylike.
04

conforming in every respect

01

used as a filler word or hesitation marker

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I was, like, so nervous before the exam.
02

used as a filler in conversation, often to add emphasis, provide examples, or express approximation

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It 's, like, really hard to explain what happened.
01

used to introduce a comparison or analogy between two things, indicating similarity or resemblance

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She dances like her mother does.
02

as if, used to describe the way something is done

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He defended his argument like he was in a courtroom facing a jury.
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