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feature

/ˈfiːtʃər/
English Definition
n./v. important part; show
中文释义
特征,特写
Example Sentence

The telescope's most distinctive feature is its adaptive optics system, which corrects for atmospheric distortion in real time.

该望远镜最显著的特征是其自适应光学系统,它能实时校正大气畸变。

Seen in practice — from the Digital SAT question bank

A magazine feature on a small fishing village opens with a wide aerial description of the entire coastline, then narrows its focus to a single family's boat and daily routine, before ending with a return to the wide coastal view at sunset.

From a Text Structure and Purpose question · Craft and Structure

Film critic Renata Alves praises a director's decision to shoot an entire feature film in a single continuous take, arguing that the unbroken shot heightens tension and immerses viewers in real time.

From a Cross-Text Connections question · Craft and Structure

A study found that customers who used a grocery delivery app's 'quick reorder' feature for past purchases spent less time browsing the app overall but ultimately spent a similar amount per order compared with customers who did not use the feature, even though both groups saw identical product listings and prices.

From a Inferences question · Information and Ideas

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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “feature”?

  1. A Person who sees; to observe
  2. B Gain, earn
  3. C Delicate fabric; tie with string
  4. D Important part; show
Show answer

D — Important part; show. “feature” means important part; show.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “important part; show”?

  1. A feature
  2. B witness
  3. C lace
  4. D profit
Show answer

A — feature. “feature” means important part; show.

Common questions about “feature”

What does “feature” mean?

feature — important part; show. In Chinese: 特征,特写.

How do you pronounce “feature”?

feature is pronounced /ˈfiːtʃər/.

How is “feature” used in a sentence?

The telescope's most distinctive feature is its adaptive optics system, which corrects for atmospheric distortion in real time. (该望远镜最显著的特征是其自适应光学系统,它能实时校正大气畸变。)

What are synonyms for “feature”?

characteristic, attribute, highlight — all close in meaning to feature (important part; show).

Is “feature” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. feature is on the SAT Prep Basic list — the everyday academic words the SAT assumes you already have. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “feature”?

feat(do)+ure(noun)

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