have (EN)

auxiliary verb, verb

auxiliary verb “have”

1. forms the perfect aspect of a verb
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   We have lived in this town for ten years.

verb “have”

1. to possess or own something
   She has a new bicycle.
2. to include something as a part or feature
   This cake has nuts in it, so be careful if you're allergic.
3. to consume or use up something
   Let's have lunch together tomorrow.
4. to perform an action or activity
   May I have a look?
5. to be scheduled for an event or activity
   I have a meeting at 3 PM.
6. to experience or go through something
   She had a great time at the party.
7. to be afflicted with (an illness)
   My neighbor has the flu.
8. informal: To obtain something
   That rare book you're looking for can't be had for love nor money.
9. to accept someone as a romantic partner
   He asked her to marry him, but she wouldn't have him.
10. to cause someone to do something
    My parents had me clean my room before I could go out.
11. to cause someone or something to be in a certain state
    The boss had the whole team working overtime.
12. to affected by an event or action
    The school had several teachers retire this year, causing staffing problems.
13. informal: To deceive or trick someone
    She sold me a fake ticket to the concert; I've been had.
14. not to allow or tolerate something
    He kept asking for a raise, but his boss wasn't having it.
15. not to believe or be convinced by something
    He tried to tell me he was late because of traffic, but I wasn't having it.
16. to host someone as a guest
    We're having guests over for dinner tonight.