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Word: Mount
Speech Type: Verb
Middle English: from Old French munter, based on Latin mons, mont- ‘mountain’
maʊnt
climb up (stairs, a hill, or other rising surface)
Short Definition:climb up stairs, hill, etc.
Examples:- he mounted the steps
organize and initiate (a campaign or other course of action)
Short Definition:organize and initiate course of action
Examples:- the company had successfully mounted takeover bids
grow larger or more numerous
Short Definition:grow larger or more numerous
Examples:- the costs mount up when you buy a home
place or fix (an object) on a support
Short Definition:fix object on support
Examples:- fluorescent lights are mounted on the ceiling
- the engine is mounted behind the rear seats
Word: Mount
Speech Type: Noun
maʊnt
a backing or setting on which a photograph, gem, or work of art is set for display
Short Definition:backing for photograph etc.
Examples:- a decorated photograph mount
- delicate mounts for necklaces, earrings, and rings
a support for a gun, camera, or similar piece of equipment
Short Definition:support for gun, camera, etc.
Examples:- heavy cannon were torn from their mounts
- a mount for a pair of binoculars
a horse that is ridden or is available for riding
Short Definition:horse for riding
Examples:- he hung on to his mount's bridle
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