Meaning & Definition of word "Phase"
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Phase
/feɪz/
noun:
- 1. A distinct period or stage in a process of change or development.
- Example: The project will be completed in three phases, starting with the planning stage.
- 2. A particular appearance or stage in a series of changes.
- Example: The moon goes through several phases every month, including new and full moon.
- 3. A stage in the development of an organism or phenomenon.
- Example: The caterpillar is in the larval phase before it becomes a butterfly.
verb:
- 1. To arrange or schedule events in a particular sequence.
- Example: The engineers decided to phase the rollout of the new software to avoid system overload.
Etymology
From Greek 'phasis', meaning 'appearance, speech'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
phase out:
To gradually discontinue something.
in phase:
Working harmoniously or synchronously.
out of phase:
Not synchronized or harmonious.
phase in:
To introduce gradually.
Related Words
stages:
Distinct periods in a process.
cycle:
A series of events that repeat.
transition:
The process of changing from one state to another.
Slang Meanings of phase
Meaning: A phase in personal development often seen as a trend.
Example Sentence: She's in her 'vegan phase' right now.
Meaning: A temporary habit or interest.
Example Sentence: He's just going through a 'gamer phase'.