Words / B1

FEECH-uh/ˈfiːtʃə/

A feature is an important or typical part: a useful feature; facial features; a key feature of the plan. A characteristic is close, often of people or animals; a function is what something does. As a verb: the app features a dark mode; a magazine feature is a longer article. Featured is common in adverts. Distinguishing feature helps you recognise something.

Meaning

An important or typical part of something.

Examples

• “A camera is a useful feature of this phone.”
• “Safety is a central feature of the design.”
• “Tonight’s programme features two local bands.”

Good to know

a key / useful feature of. Verb: feature + object. Longer article: a feature. Person’s looks: facial features.

Near in meaning

characteristic

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