Definition & Meaning of "own"

to own

to have something as for ourselves

to easily defeat someone and achieve total success in a competition, argument, game, etc.

own

used for showing that someone or something belongs to or is connected with a particular person or thing

Example

Right now, the couple is actively owning the responsibilities of parenthood.

The company owned several patents for their innovative technology.

The family proudly owns a historic farmhouse.

She currently owns a small business in the downtown area.

Last year, he successfully owned a vintage car that he had restored.

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