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Definition of implement

implement

/ˈɪm.plɪ.ment/
im · ple · ment

Plural:implements
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Adjective:implementable
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Past Simple:implemented
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Past Participle:implemented
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Present Participle:implementing
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• verb

1

To put into practical effect or carry out a previously formulated plan, policy, or agreement.

Example

"The local government plans to implement strict environmental regulations to reduce industrial pollution."

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• noun

1

A tool, utensil, or other piece of equipment, especially as used for a particular purpose or task.

Example

"The archaeologists uncovered several stone agricultural implements dating back to the early Bronze Age."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The pronunciation shifts depending on its part of speech: the noun has a weak final vowel (IM-pluh-muhnt), while the verb has a secondary stress on the final syllable (IM-pluh-MENT).

Word Origin & Etymology

From Late Latin 'implementum' (a filling up or that which fills up), from Latin 'implere' (to fill up), combining 'in-' (in, into) and 'plere' (to fill).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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