Have

/hæv/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To possess or hold something.

I have a car that I use to commute to work.

To experience or undergo something.

She had a wonderful time at the festival last weekend.

To arrange for someone to do something.

I will have the report finished by tomorrow.

To give birth to; to produce.

She had a baby boy last month.

Used to indicate a relationship or connection.

I have a brother who lives in another country.

Middle English, from Old English 'habban' meaning to hold or possess.

have to

to be required or obligated to do something.

have a good time

to enjoy oneself.

have it out

to confront someone to resolve an issue.

have one's way

to get what one wants or desires.

have in mind

to intend or plan.

had

the past tense of have.

having

the gerund form of have, indicating possession.

has

the third person singular present tense of have.

have a blast

We're going to have a blast at the concert!

have it made

Once I get this promotion, I’ll have it made.

have a feel

I just had a feel for the song, and it turned out great.