Phrasal Verb


Phrasal verbs consists of a basic verb + another word or words. The two or three words that make up a phrasal verb form a short 'phrase' - which is why we call them 'phrasal verbs'.


Phrasal Verb:
stick something up

Meaning / Example:

1. to fasten something to a place where it can be seen; to put something on display, especially by gluing, tacking, or stapling.
> Stick this notice up. Put a copy on every bulletin board.

2. to raise something; to hold something up.
> She stuck her hand up because she knew the answer.


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A phrase that consists of a verb with a preposition or adverb or both, the meaning of which is different from the meaning of its separate parts.

A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
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