English · Common Verbs
present
/prɪˈzent/
[/prɪˈzent/]
show or give formally
Intermediateverb
Definition
To formally give or show something to a group of people.
Example
She will present the research findings to the whole committee on Friday afternoon.
She will present the research findings to the whole committee on Friday afternoon.
Etymology
From Old French 'presenter', from Latin 'praesentare' (to place before).
How & Where It’s Used
As a verb, stressed on the second syllable; common in business and academia.