Definition of chosen
chosen
: one who is the object of choice or of divine favor : an elect person
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Examples of chosen in a Sentence
of the five sons in the family, he was his father's chosen and thus showered with attention and special gifts
13th Century
First Known Use of chosen
13th century
chosen
Definition of chosen
1 : elect
2 : selected or marked for favor or special privilege a chosen few
Examples of chosen in a Sentence
the chosen few who are invited to a gathering at the CEO's house at the end of the year
Origin and Etymology of chosen
Middle English, from past participle of chosen to choose
First Known Use: 14th century
CHOSEN Defined for English Language Learners
chosen
Definition of chosen for English Language Learners
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: selected to do or receive something special
CHOSEN Defined for Kids
Definition of chosen for Students
1 : carefully selected his chosen profession
2 : picked to be shown favor or given special privilege Only a chosen few were asked to join.
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