Do — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Do
Do (verb)
- to bring to pass, carry out
- put —used chiefly in the phrase do to death
- perform, execute
Do (noun)
- a command or entreaty to do something
- hairdo
- a festive get-together, affair, party
- the first tone of the major scale in solfège
Do (abbreviation)
- ditto
- double occupancy
- defense order
Do (abbreviation or noun)
- doctor of osteopathic medicine
Do (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to be fitting or proper
"that outfit just won't do for the opera"
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to be enough
"even half of that amount of sugar will do"
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to carry through (as a process) to completion
"do as much as you can and leave the rest"
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to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
"did the living room in French provincial style"
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to meet one's day-to-day needs
"I'm doing just fine"
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to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
"this neighborhood cleanup effort might just do some good"
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to copy or exaggerate (someone or something) in order to make fun of
"the laughing partygoers begged their host to do Marlon Brando again"
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to move forward along a course
"how are you doing with the house restoration?"
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to present a portrayal or performance of
"she's done Eliza Doolittle on the stage so many times that she can probably play the flower girl in her sleep"
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to rob by the use of trickery or threats
"did them out of their savings with surprising ease"
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to strike repeatedly
"no one is sure who did them in that alley"
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to take place
"nothing's ever doing in this boring little town"
Do (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a social gathering
"it's supposed to be some sort of fancy do"
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a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned
"issued a long list of dos and don'ts before we even started the project"
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a style or arrangement of hair
"you can tell that the picture was taken in the 1980s from my permed do"
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something one must do because of prior agreement
"in this hour of national crisis everyone must do their do"
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a state of noisy, confused activity
"in that small town a great deal of do could come from very little indeed"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Do
The most common words with a similar meaning to Do:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Do
Words with the opposite meaning of Do:
Near Antonyms of Do
Word Forms of Do
Origin & Etymology of Do
Middle English don, from Old English dōn; akin to Old High German tuon to do, Latin -dere to put, facere to make, do, Greek tithenai to place, set
First known use: before 12th centuryt
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Do
- Topics: Common Actions / Verbs, Grammar Function Words
Words & Phrases Containing Do
Frequently Asked Questions about Do
What does "Do" mean?
"Do" means to bring to pass, carry out. As an a verb, a noun, an abbreviation and an abbreviation or noun, it is defined as: to bring to pass, carry out. It has 17 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Do"?
Other words for "Do" include befit, beseem, fit, go, serve, suit, suffice and accomplish. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Do" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Do"?
There are 692 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Do". Common alternatives include befit, beseem, fit, go, serve, suit, suffice, accomplish, achieve and bring off.
What is a slang word for "Do"?
Slang words for "Do" include hose, go down and nobble.
What is the opposite of "Do"?
Antonyms of "Do" include blemish, deface, disfigure, mar, scar, spoil, remain and stand. Near antonyms include fail, skimp, slight and slur.
How do you use "Do" in a sentence?
Examples of "Do" in a sentence: "that outfit just won't do for the opera"; "even half of that amount of sugar will do"; "do as much as you can and leave the rest".
Is "Do" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Do" can be used as a verb, a noun, an abbreviation and an abbreviation or noun, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Do"?
"Do" is pronounced /ˈdü/ as a verb, /ˈdō/ as a noun and /ˌdē-ˈō/ as an abbreviation or noun.