owns (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /oʊnz/

Definition

To have legal title or rightful possession of something; to be the owner of.

Examples

• He owns a large collection of rare books.

• The company owns several patents for its new technology.

• She proudly owns the fastest car in the race.

How to Use owns

owns [something] (collocation)

To possess or have legal title to an object, property, or right. — "He owns a small apartment downtown."

Synonyms of owns

Words with a similar meaning to owns:

• have
• possess
• hold
• command

Antonyms of owns

Words with the opposite meaning to owns:

• lacks
• rents

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