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study (EN)
verb, noun

verb “study”

infinitive study; he studies; past tense studied; past part. studied; ger. studying
  1. to dedicate time to learn about a topic
    She studied for hours to understand the complex math problem.
  2. to enroll in and attend classes about a specific subject
    She is studying biology at the local college.
  3. to observe someone or something very carefully in order to understand more about it
    She studied the map to find the quickest route.
  4. to examine or research something in detail
    Scientists study the effects of climate change on polar bears.

noun “study”

singular study, plural studies or uncountable
  1. the process of using your mind to learn or understand something
    She dedicated hours each day to the study of ancient history.
  2. organized educational activities, typically at institutions like colleges or universities
    He decided to take a year off before starting his studies at the university.
  3. a detailed examination or analysis of a particular subject or issue
    The study on sleep patterns revealed surprising benefits of taking short naps during the day.
  4. a scholarly book or article focused on a specific topic
    She published a study on the effects of climate change on polar bears.
  5. a room in a house used for reading, writing, and other quiet activities
    Every evening, she retreats to the study to work on her novel.
  6. an artwork created to practice or show how to portray a subject or use a technique
    The artist created a detailed study of tree branches.
  7. a musical composition designed to help improve a specific technical skill
    The pianist played a challenging study to improve her finger technique.
  8. an excellent or very clear example of a particular quality or condition
    His smile was a study in pure joy.
  9. a specially designed chess problem where the goal is to win or draw, noted for its artistic quality
    The chess master spent hours solving a study that required him to find a way to draw with only a king and a pawn.