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- Dictionarymust/mʌst/
modal
- 1. be obliged to; should (expressing necessity): "you must show your ID card"
- 2. expressing an opinion about something that is logically very likely: "there must be something wrong"
noun
- 1. something that should not be overlooked or missed: informal "this video is a must for everyone"
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MUST definition: 1. used to show that it is necessary or very important that something happens in the present or…. Learn more.
1. a. : be commanded or requested to. you must stop. b. : be urged to : ought by all means to. you must read that book. 2. : be compelled by physical necessity to. one must eat to live. : be required by immediate or future need or purpose to. we must hurry to catch the bus. 3. a. : be obliged to : be compelled by social considerations to.
12 meanings: 1. used as an auxiliary to express obligation or compulsion: you must pay your dues. In this sense, must does not.... Click for more definitions.
Must definition: to be obliged or bound to by an imperative requirement. See examples of MUST used in a sentence.
A must is something that's so important it can't be missed or ignored. When you're taking kayaking lessons, a lifejacket is a must. Anything that is required is a must: drinking enough water is a must for being healthy. When you adopt a new dog, making sure he'll get along with your cat is a must.
6 days ago · must (third-person singular simple present must, no present participle, simple past must, no past participle) (modal auxiliary, defective) To do as a requirement; indicates that the sentence subject is required as an imperative or directive to execute the sentence predicate, with failure to do so resulting in a failure or negative consequence.
used to show that it is necessary or very important that something happens in the present or future: Meat must be cooked thoroughly. I must get some sleep. You mustn't show this letter to anyone else. Luggage must not be left unattended (= it is against the rules).
Definition of must modal verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
MUST definition: 1. used to say that it is necessary that something happens or is done: 2. used to show that you…. Learn more.
Define must. must synonyms, must pronunciation, must translation, English dictionary definition of must. ought; should; obliged, bound, required, or compelled to: You must be on time.; a necessity; vital: A warm coat is a must in this weather.
