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How to pronounce case
Say it like this: /ˈkeɪs/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does case mean?
nounAn actual event, situation, or fact.
“For a change, in this case, he was telling the truth.”
A given condition or state.
“Ne wist he how to turne, nor to what place: / Was never wretched man in such a wofull cace.”
A specific matter or piece of work, specifically defined within a profession, usually in respect of a specific person and/or event; the set of tasks involved in addressing one such matter.
“It was one of the detective's easiest cases.”
verbTo propose hypothetical cases.
“Casing upon the Matter.”
adjThe last remaining card of a particular rank.
“He drew the case eight!”
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