study

  1. Verb.  (context, usually) To revise materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.
  2. Verb.  (context, academic) To take a course or courses on a subject.
  3. Verb.  To acquire knowledge on a subject.
  4. Verb.  To look at minutely.
  5. Noun.  (obsolete) A state of mental perplexity or worried thought.
  6. Noun.  (archaic) Thought, as directed to a specific purpose; one's concern.
  7. Noun.  Mental effort to acquire knowledge or learning.
  8. Noun.  The act of studying; examination.
  9. Noun.  A room in a house intended for reading and writing; traditionally the private room of the male head of household.
  10. Noun.  An artwork made in order to practise or demonstrate a subject or technique.

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