earn
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ɜːn/]
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Senses
1. earn (verb) — sense 1
Definition: To gain (success, reward, recognition) through applied effort or work.
Example: You can have the s'mores: you earned them, clearing the walkway of snow so well.
2. earn (verb) — sense 2
Definition: To receive payment for work or for a role or position held (regardless of whether effort was applied or whether the remuneration is deserved or commensurate).
Example: He earns seven million dollars a year as CEO. My bank account is only earning one percent interest.
3. earn (verb) — sense 3
Definition: To receive payment for work.
Example: Now that you are earning, you can start paying me rent.
Structure of the word
Roots:- seh₁ (Proto-Indo-European)
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