convert
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verb \kən-ˈvərt\Definition of CONVERT
transitive verb
1
a : to bring over from one belief, view, or party to another b : to bring about a religious conversion in
2
a : to alter the physical or chemical nature or properties of especially in manufacturing b (1) : to change from one form or function to another (2) : to alter for more effective utilization (3) : to appropriate without right c : to exchange for an equivalent <convert foreign currency into dollars> <convert a bond>
3
obsolete : turn
4
: to subject to logical conversion
5
a : to make a goal after receiving (a pass) from a teammate b : to score on (as a try for point or free throw) c : to make (a spare) in bowling
intransitive verb
1
: to undergo conversion
2
: to succeed in an attempt for a point, field goal, or free throw
See Examples of CONVERT
- They tried for two points but could not convert.
- They had many chances to score but they couldn't convert their opportunities.
- They had chances to score but couldn't convert.
Origin of CONVERT
Middle English, from Anglo-French convertir, from Latin convertere to turn around, transform, convert, from com- + vertere to turn — more at worth
First Known Use: 14th century
Related to CONVERT
- Synonyms
- proselyte, proselytize
See Synonym Discussion at transform
Rhymes with CONVERT
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2con·vert
noun \ˈkän-ˌvərt\Definition of CONVERT
: one that is converted
Examples of CONVERT
- I didn't think I'd like paying my bills online, but now I'm a convert.
- <the converts were the most vocal and fervent worshippers in the church>
First Known Use of CONVERT
1561
Related to CONVERT
- Antonyms
- coryphaeus, leader
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