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verbcom·plet·edcom·plet·ing
Definition of COMPLETE
transitive verb
1
: to bring to an end and especially into a perfected state <complete a painting>
2
3
: to carry out (a forward pass) successfully
Examples of COMPLETE
- The project took four months to complete.
- Her latest purchase completes her collection.
- The new baby completed their family.
- The quarterback completed 12 out of 15 passes.
First Known Use of COMPLETE
15th century
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See Synonym Discussion at close
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