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.

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.