abstract

US /ˈæbˌstrækt/

UK /'æbstrækt/

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n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Passage of text from an article or book
Ken enjoyed reading the book, so he shared an exciting abstract with the other book club members
adj.AdjectiveConcerning something that doesn't exist physically
It is difficult to explain abstract concepts, such as truth and justice, to young children
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Something that doesn't exist physically
The concept of time was an abstract that little Johnny did not understand
v.t.Transitive VerbTo take out or remove a part of
Would you abstract the main points from the article for us, then mail them to me?
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Short summary of an academic article
Sophie was told to rewrite her thesis abstract because it didn't introduce her topic well enough
v.t.Transitive VerbTo summarize an academic article
All I have left to do is to abstract my thesis, then it will be complete
v.t.Transitive VerbTo take out or remove a part of
In England, you need a license to abstract water from underground sources
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Art that does not attempt to represent external reality, but seeks to achieve its effect using shapes, colors, and textures.
He is very fond of abstract.
adj.AdjectiveRelating to abstract art.
I enjoy viewing abstract art because it challenges my perception.

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