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dwell
[dwel]
verb (used without object)
to live or stay as a permanent resident; reside.
to live or continue in a given condition or state.
to dwell in happiness.
to linger over, emphasize, or ponder in thought, speech, or writing (often followed by on orupon ).
to dwell on a particular point in an argument.
(of a moving tool or machine part) to be motionless for a certain interval during operation.
noun
Machinery.Ìý
a flat or cylindrical area on a cam for maintaining a follower in a certain position during part of a cycle.
a period in a cycle in the operation of a machine or engine during which a given part remains motionless.
dwell
/ »å·ÉÉ›±ô /
verb
formalÌýto live as a permanent resident
to live (in a specified state)
to dwell in poverty
noun
a regular pause in the operation of a machine
a flat or constant-radius portion on a linear or rotary cam enabling the cam follower to remain static for a brief time
Other 51³Ô¹Ï Forms
- dweller noun
- outdwell verb (used with object)
- predwell verb (used without object)
- ˈ»å·É±ð±ô±ô±ð°ù noun
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
Origin of dwell1
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
Origin of dwell1
Example Sentences
Ms Lee said she tries not to dwell too much on her current predicament.
“Life of Pi†doesn’t dwell on the deaths of Pi’s loved ones.
Infusing mostly rich, ethereal instrumentals with the music of her Spanish roots and Brazilian vibes, Casado, born in Spain, creates an intoxicating space to dwell and think.
Blessed the one whom you choose and call to dwell in your courts.
Benn says he has been "cleared three times" and is reluctant to dwell on the past.
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