Meaning & Definition of word "Have"

Have

/hæv/

1. To possess or hold something.
- Example: I have a car that I use to commute to work.
2. To experience or undergo something.
- Example: She had a wonderful time at the festival last weekend.
3. To arrange for someone to do something.
- Example: I will have the report finished by tomorrow.
4. To give birth to; to produce.
- Example: She had a baby boy last month.
5. Used to indicate a relationship or connection.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: have a blast

● Example Sentence: We're going to have a blast at the concert!

Meaning: have it made

● Example Sentence: Once I get this promotion, I’ll have it made.

Meaning: have a feel

● Example Sentence: I just had a feel for the song, and it turned out great.