piece

piece

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/piːs/]

Senses

1. piece (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A part of a larger whole, usually in such a form that it is able to be separated from other parts.

Example: Near-synonyms: aspect, portion

Concept: Кусок

Polarities of the concept

2. piece (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A single item belonging to a class of similar items.

Example: a piece of machinery

3. piece (noun) — sense 3

Definition: One of the figures used in playing chess, specifically a higher-value figure as distinguished from a pawn; (by extension) those with which draughts, backgammon, and other similar board games are played.

Example: Pawns, unlike pieces, move only in one direction: forward.

4. piece (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To assemble (something real or figurative).

Example: These clues allowed us to piece together the solution to the mystery.

5. piece (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To make, enlarge, or repair, by the addition of a piece or pieces; to patch; often with out.

Example: to piece a garment

6. piece (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To produce a work of graffiti more complex than a tag.

Example: “It didn't rain, so I decided to come piece with you.[…]” We never finished that piece.

Polarities

Whole ↔ Part — concept «Кусок»

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