Meaning & Definition of word "Select"

Select

/sɪˈlɛkt/

1. To choose or pick out from a group.
- Example: You can select your favorite colors from the palette.
2. To make a choice based on criteria.
- Example: She was able to select the best candidates for the job.
3. To highlight or mark an item for action or reference.
- Example: Please select the text you want to copy.

1. Carefully chosen, especially for a particular purpose.
- Example: The select group of finalists will present their projects next week.
2. Exclusive or limited in membership.
- Example: He was invited to join a select committee of experts.

From Latin 'selectus', past participle of 'seligere', meaning to choose.

selective hearing:

The ability to hear only what one wants to hear.

select a winner:

To choose the best or most deserving from a group.

select committee:

A committee formed for a specific purpose.

selection:

The act or process of choosing.

selector:

A device or person that selects.

selective:

Involving careful choice.

Meaning: To choose a person as a romantic interest.

Example Sentence: He totally selected her at the party.

Meaning: To deliberately choose a path or option.

Example Sentence: I’m gonna select the easy way out of this situation.