return

Definition

To go back to a place or person, or to give something back to where it came from. It can also refer to getting a result from something, like an investment.

Usage & Nuances

'Return' is both a verb and a noun. Common collocations: 'return home', 'return a book', 'tax return'. When used for objects, 'return' often means to give something back. In finance, 'return' means profit or result. 'Return' is more formal than 'come back' or 'give back'.

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