Phrasal Verb
Phrasal verbs consists of a basic verb + another word or words. The two or three words that make up a phrasal verb form a short 'phrase' - which is why we call them 'phrasal verbs'.
Phrasal Verb:
lean over
Meaning / Example:
1. to bend over.
> Lean over and pick the pencil up yourself! I'm not your servant!
> As Kelly leaned over to tie her shoes, her chair slipped out from under her.
2. to tilt over.
> The fence leaned over and almost fell.
Phrasal verbs are multi-word verbs that, like single-word verbs, convey action of the body or mind or occurrences. Phrasal verbs consist of a basic verb + another word or words, usually a preposition or adverb. Example: speak (basic verb) + up (preposition)
A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
A compilation of 50 phrasal verbs.
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