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resort
[ri-zawrt]
verb (used without object)
to have recourse for use, help, or accomplishing something, often as a final available option or resource.
to resort to war.
to go, especially frequently or customarily.
a beach to which many people resort.
noun
a place to which people frequently or generally go for relaxation or pleasure, especially one providing rest and recreation facilities for vacationers.
a popular winter resort.
habitual or general going, as to a place or person.
use of or appeal to some person or thing for aid, satisfaction, service, etc.; resource.
to have resort to force;
a court of last resort.
a person or thing resorted to for aid, satisfaction, service, etc.
resort
/ ɪˈɔː /
verb
(usually foll by to) to have recourse (to) for help, use, etc
to resort to violence
to go, esp often or habitually; repair
to resort to the beach
noun
a place to which many people go for recreation, rest, etc
a holiday resort
the use of something as a means, help, or recourse
the act of going to a place, esp for recreation, rest, etc
the last possible course of action open to one
Other 51Թ Forms
- preresort verb (used without object)
- ˈǰٱ noun
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of resort1
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
In both countries there is a demand for solutions and for a greater focus on young people who resort to such violence.
Organizers have also resorted to dynamic pricing for some games while free tickets are being offered for others.
"In that sense, it was unsurprising but utterly unacceptable that there should be any resort to violence."
The Flamingo Land resort in North Yorkshire has been operating since 1959, initially as a zoo.
The Trinity Alps is home to several campgrounds, resorts and limitless backcountry camping spots.
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