feature

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feature

The newspaper runs a feature on local wildlife conservation.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A distinctive attribute or aspect of something: A prominent or noticeable part, quality, or characteristic of a person, place, or thing.
    • A part of the face: Any of the distinct parts that make up a person's face, such as the eyes, nose, or mouth.
    • A special article, report, or presentation: A prominent or special item in a newspaper, magazine, broadcast, or event.
    • The main film in a movie program: The principal, full-length film shown in a cinema.

  2. Verb:

    • To have or include as a prominent part: To possess or present something as an important or distinctive attribute.
    • To give special prominence to: To highlight, advertise, or focus attention on a particular person or thing.
Examples of Usage

  • Noun:

    • The new smartphone has several innovative features, including facial recognition.
    • Her delicate features were highlighted by the soft lighting.
    • The magazine published a feature on sustainable living.
    • The main feature at the cinema tonight is a classic detective story.

  • Verb:

    • This model features an improved camera system.
    • The concert will feature a performance by a local orchestra.
Advanced Usage

  • "To feature in something": To appear or play a part in something.

    • She featured in several popular television series early in her career.

  • "A redeeming feature": A single good quality that makes something otherwise bad or unsatisfactory acceptable.

    • The hotel was noisy, but its convenient location was a redeeming feature.
Variants and Related Words
  • Feature film (n): A full-length motion picture intended as the main item in a cinema program.
  • Featureless (adj): Lacking distinctive attributes or characteristics; dull and uninteresting.
    • The landscape was flat and featureless.
Synonyms
  • Noun: Characteristic, trait, attribute, aspect, hallmark.
  • Verb: Highlight, showcase, present, include, star.
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)
  • Feature prominently: To be a very noticeable or important part.
    • Safety concerns featured prominently in the committee's report.
Related Idioms
  • "Saving feature": Similar to "redeeming feature," a good quality that compensates for faults.
    • The plot was weak, but the actor's charismatic performance was its saving feature.
feature

The newspaper runs a feature on local wildlife conservation.

Noun
  1. an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles
  2. (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind
  3. a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine
    • they ran a feature on retirement planning
  4. the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater
    • the feature tonight is `Casablanca'
  5. the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin
    • an expression of pleasure crossed his features
    • his lineaments were very regular
  6. a prominent attribute or aspect of something
    • the map showed roads and other features
    • generosity is one of his best characteristics
Verb
  1. wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
    • she was sporting a new hat
  2. have as a feature
    • This restaurant features the most famous chefs in France

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