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/laɪk/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a feeling of enjoyment or preference for something.
His like for classical music was evident in his extensive collection of vinyl records.
a similar thing or person; a comparable example.
He had never met anyone of her like before.
verb
to find something agreeable or enjoyable; to have a positive feeling towards something or someone.
I really like the new restaurant in town.
to express approval of something, often through social media.
She decided to like his post on Instagram.
preposition
similar to; in the same way as.
She dances like a professional ballerina.
for example; such as.
There are many countries, like France and Italy, that are known for their cuisine.
adverb
in a similar manner.
He looked at her like she was crazy.
Etymology
Old English 'lician', meaning to please.
Common Phrases and Expressions
like father, like son:
used to indicate that a son resembles his father in characteristics or behavior.
like it or lump it:
to accept a situation, whether you like it or not.
it's not like you:
used to express surprise or disappointment in someone's behavior.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Like (as a filler word)
I was, like, super tired after the party.
Used to express a thought or idea
I was, like, thinking we could go out instead.