develop (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈvel.əp/
Definition
To grow or change into a more advanced or complete form.
Examples
The town began to develop into a city.
His skills developed over many years.
The plan will develop over the next few months.
How to Use develop
- develop into (prepositional phrase)
- To grow or change into something else. — "The small village developed into a large town."
- develop from (prepositional phrase)
- To start from something and grow or change. — "This idea developed from a simple concept."
- develop a skill (collocation)
- To learn and improve an ability. — "He is trying to develop his leadership skills."
- develop a plan (collocation)
- To create a strategy or set of actions. — "The team will develop a new marketing plan."
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