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present; assume (a form/state); respectfully submit
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesverb
to assume (a form); to present; to appear
Often used to describe the form, shape, color, or state that something takes on.
The ripe fruit appears bright red.
The weather is changing quickly, and the sky is taking on a strange purple hue.
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This mineral fluoresces under ultraviolet light.
His complexion presented a sickly pallor.
The data shows a clear upward trend on the chart.
verb
to present respectfully; to submit; to offer
formalUsed in formal or respectful contexts when handing something to a superior or elder.
He respectfully presented a detailed report to his superior.
This is a petition respectfully submitted to you.
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In ancient times, ministers respectfully submitted memorials to the emperor.
Please respectfully present this gift to the chairman.
The student submitted his thesis to his advisor for review.
noun
official document; petition; memorial
archaicAn archaic or highly formal term for a written document submitted to a superior, often in an official or bureaucratic context.
The prefect is reviewing the official documents submitted from below.
This petition needs to be signed by a superior.
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Ancient officials used memorials to report situations to the imperial court.
He found an old official document in his briefcase.
The official document regarding this matter has already been signed and issued by us.
noun
(surname) Cheng
A common Chinese surname.
Mr. Cheng is the general manager of our company.
My friend's surname is Cheng.
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There are not many famous historical figures with the surname Cheng.
May I ask your surname? — My humble surname is Cheng.
The Cheng family is very prestigious in this city.