Select Definition & Meaning
select
- adjective
- of superior grade; "choice wines"; "prime beef"; "prize carnations"; "quality paper"; "select peaches"
- selected or chosen for special qualifications; "the blue- ribbon event of the season"
- verb
- pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives; "Take any one of these cards"; "Choose a good husband for your daughter"; "She selected a pair of shoes from among the dozen the salesgirl had shown her"
"Select" in song lyrics
See how select is used in real songs:
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"And occupations which I seek I can have if I select"
Black Sheep — Black With N.V -
"Take it on the chin, the lifestyle I chose is a select"
Chief Kamachi — Prisoners -
"You lose the choice to select"
The Cross Movement — Hold it Down
Words that rhyme with select
Usage tips for "select"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "select" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for select to find words that pair well.
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- What does select mean?
- of superior grade; "choice wines"; "prime beef"; "prize carnations"; "quality paper"; "select peaches" selected or chosen for special qualifications; "the blue- ribbon event of the season" pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives; "Take any one of these cards"; "Choose a good husband for your daughter"; "She selected a pair of shoes from among the dozen the salesgirl had shown her"
- What part of speech is select?
- Select is an adjective and a verb.
- How many definitions does select have?
- Select has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, verb).