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How to pronounce move
Say it like this: /ˈmuv/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does move mean?
verbTo change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
“A ship moves rapidly.”
To act; to take action; to begin to act
“to move in a matter”
To change residence, for example from one house, town, or state, to another; to go and live at another place; similarly to change the location of another establishment such as a business. See also mov
“They moved closer to work to cut down commuting time.”
nounThe act of moving; a movement.
“A slight move of the tiller, and the boat will go off course.”
An act for the attainment of an object; a step in the execution of a plan or purpose.
“He made another move towards becoming a naturalized citizen.”
A formalized or practiced action used in athletics, dance, physical exercise, self-defense, hand-to-hand combat, etc.
“He can win a match with that one move.”
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