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method

Meaning in simple English

US /ˈmɛθəd/ · UK /ˈmeθəd/

method means: A planned way of doing something to get a particular result.

noun

PLANNED PROCESSB1

A planned way of doing something to get a particular result.

  • This method saves time.
  • We tested three methods for cleaning the water.
  • Which method do you use to remember new words?

How to use it: method of doing something (We need a better method of storing food.); method for doing something (She developed a method for teaching reading.)

Similar words: approach, procedure, technique

Common phrases: use a method, teaching method, reliable method, a new method

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