Has Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/həz/

Part of Speech

Verb

Definition

A verb that indicates possession, relationship, or association, often used to form the present perfect tense.

Examples

I have a book.
She has visited Paris.

Synonyms

Have
Holds

Antonyms

Lacks
Misses

Additional Information

The verb “has” is an auxiliary verb used to form the present perfect tense, indicating that an action started in the past and continues up to the present. It is often used to describe possession, relationships, or associations.

In addition to its use as an auxiliary verb, “has” can also be used as a main verb, meaning to possess or hold something.

Etymology

The verb “has” comes from the Old English “hæfþ”, which is derived from the Proto-Germanic “habiz” and the Proto-Indo-European “ghabh-“.

Usage Notes

The verb “has” is often used in combination with other verbs to form the present perfect tense. For example, “I have eaten breakfast” or “She has finished her homework”.

Cultural References

The phrase “has been” is often used in popular culture to describe someone who was once famous or successful but is no longer.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

Has a way with words
Has a good heart

Related Words or Phrases

Had
Having

Collocations

has a
has been

Frequency of Use

The verb “has” is a very common verb in modern language, used frequently in both formal and informal writing and speech.