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Color is a key feature of the graph.
What does Feature mean?
an important part or characteristic
Dictionary definition
An important part or characteristic of something; also to include as a main part.
Example sentences
Feature in a sentence
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The article featured local science projects.
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Writers choose features that help readers compare ideas.
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What does feature mean?
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Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to feature?
Trait is close in meaning to feature.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is most opposite in meaning to feature?
Flaw is the opposite because it contrasts with feature, which means an important part or characteristic.
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Feature
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fee · cher · strongest beat: fee
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WordFeature.
Partnoun.
MeaningFeature means an important part or characteristic.
ExampleExample: Color is a key feature of the graph.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- fee · cher
- Strongest beat
- fee
- Ending
- cher
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fee.
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Synonyms
Words like Feature
traitClose in meaning in many contexts.
characteristicClose in meaning in many contexts.
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Hint for students
an important part or characteristic.
Common mix-up
Feature is not the same as flaw. Feature means an important part or characteristic.
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Read this model sentence: The article featured local science projects. Clue words: article, featured, local. Underline clue words that show why feature fits instead of flaw. Now write one new sentence that shows feature without using the word feature. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show feature?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The article featured local science projects." Why does feature fit better than flaw?
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