Place the camera on a level surface.
Place the camera on a level surface.
English
place
pleɪs
Meaning: to put something in a specific location; to position carefully
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | place |
| 3rd person singular present | places |
| Present participle | placing |
| Past | placed |
| Will future | will place |
| Going-to future | going to place |
| Imperative negative | don't place / do not place |
Example sentences
He placed his hand on her shoulder to comfort her.
He placed his hand on her shoulder to comfort her.
He placed a large bet on the race.
He placed a large bet on the race.
The nurse placed a johnny on the chair before the exam.
The nurse placed a johnny on the chair before the exam.
He placed the coin in the palm of his hand.
He placed the coin in the palm of his hand.
Usage Notes
Implies a deliberate and often careful action of putting something somewhere.
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