feature

noun fea·ture \ ˈfē-chər \

|Updated on: 11 Aug 2018

Examples: feature in a Sentence

Definition of feature

1 a : the structure, form, or appearance especially of a person

a man of large feature

b obsolete : physical beauty

2 a : the makeup or appearance of the face or its parts

stern of feature even when he smiled

b : a part of the face : lineament

a person with Asian features

3 a : a prominent part or characteristic

Pine trees were a feature of the landscape.

b : any of the properties (such as voice or gender) that are characteristic of a grammatical element (such as a phoneme or morpheme); especially : one that is distinctive

4 : a special attraction: such as

a : a featured motion picture

b : a featured article, story, or department in a newspaper or magazine

An account of the fire was the feature in the Sunday newspaper.

c : something offered to the public or advertised as particularly attractive

one of the car's most popular features

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featureless

play \ˈfē-chər-ləs\ adjective

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Examples of feature in a Sentence

This year's models include several new safety features.
This camera has several features that make it easy to use.
The car has some interesting new design features.
His plan combines the best features of the earlier proposals.
Her eyes are her best feature.
Tonight's feature is a new romantic comedy.
He starred in his first feature film a year ago.

Recent Examples of feature from the Web

Residents in San Diego County now can receive $2.75 per square foot for replacing turf with sustainable landscaping features as part of a new Landscape Transformation Program launched this week across Southern California.

— Pomerado News, "Water agencies increase incentives to replace turf," 13 July 2018
Sonos typically updates its older speakers with the latest software features, as customers invest hundreds or even thousands of dollars in its multi-room audio support.

— tom warren, The Verge, "Sonos launches AirPlay 2 support for latest speakers," 11 July 2018
Google Pay is coming for Apple with these new features.

— lisa marie segarra, Fortune, "Google Pay Now Lets You Send Money to Friends, Save Tickets and Boarding Passes," 10 July 2018
So far, Tesla has produced versions with premium features, such as longer range, a higher top speed and all-wheel drive, which cost between $49,000 and $72,000.

— lora kolodny, USA TODAY, "Tesla ditches reservations, opens up Model 3 car sales to all customers in North America," 10 July 2018
And with a new feature, patients can donate to the hospital’s foundation.

— naseem s. miller, OrlandoSentinel.com, "EASE app gives families peek into how surgery is going," 9 July 2018
Superimposed on the side of his head is a murky image of a group of people with African features.

— sharon mizota, latimes.com, "Review: Police, violence and an artist who paints to provoke," 9 July 2018
Many cars come equipped with features designed to keep you safe on the road.

— NBC News, "How to tell if you're too tired to drive — and what to do if you are," 8 July 2018
This is the Spectacular’s second year in partnership with Eaton Vance and Bloomberg, and the runtime was padded with video features about Boston, only some of which felt vaguely relevant.

— zoë madonna, BostonGlobe.com, "With big assists from Moreno and Giddens, the Pops envisions a welcoming America," 5 July 2018

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Origin and Etymology of feature

Middle English feture, from Anglo-French, from Latin factura act of making, from factus, past participle of facere to make — more at do

NEW! Time Traveler

First Known Use: 14th century

in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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feature Synonyms

Synonyms

attribute, attribution, character, characteristic, criterion, differentia, fingerprint, hallmark, mark, marker, note, particularity, peculiarity, point, property, quality, specific, stamp, touch, trait;

Related Words

badge, indication, sign;

emblem, symbol, token;

charm, grace;

excellence, merit, virtue;

eccentricity, idiosyncrasy, oddity, quirk;

individuality, singularity, uniqueness;

feature

verb

Definition of feature

featured; featuring play \ˈfēch-riŋ, ˈfē-chər-iŋ\

transitive verb

1 chiefly dialectal : to resemble in features

2 : to picture or portray in the mind : imagine

3 a : to give special prominence to

the exhibit features local artists

b : to have as a characteristic or feature

a menu featuring many options

intransitive verb

: to play an important part

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Examples of feature in a Sentence

The building features a state-of-the-art security system.
The new menu features several low-fat entrees.
The show now features a new singer.
The evening news report featured the story of the murder.
The newspaper featured health care on its front page.

Recent Examples of feature from the Web

From the back, the J. Mendel style featured cape-like sleeves that draped from her shoulders.

— halie lesavage, Glamour, "Melania Trump Wears Yellow J.Mendel Gown to State Dinner in England," 13 July 2018
From Nicolas Ghesquière’s sculptural Louis Vuitton Archlights to Demna Gvasalia’s infamous Balenciaga Triple S and Speed trainers, sneakers have featured on every other runway for several seasons and show no signs of stopping.

— monica kim, Vogue, "This Is the Ultimate Fashion Sneaker: Air Jordans, Inspired by Anna Wintour," 12 July 2018
Within each of the Color Icon Eyeshadow compacts are six highly pigmented, metallic colors inspired by its respective element — Fire, for example, features shades of coral and pink — all of which promise to glide on easily and stay for hours.

— marci robin, Allure, "Wet n Wild Is Launching a Super-Shimmery Zodiac Makeup Collection," 12 July 2018
Preventing nuclear war: Free forum marking 50th anniversary of Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty features ex-CIA analyst Ray McGovern and anti-nuclear activists Jacqueline Cabasso and Marylia Kelley.

— SFChronicle.com, "Bay Area political events: New citizen voting, Resistance training," 12 July 2018
This year, our favorite retailer is featuring over 450 beauty exclusives, from top brands that never go on sale, including La Mer, Nars, Tom Ford, and Dior.

— refinery29.com, "The Beauty Deals You Can't Miss From Nordstrom's Summer Sale," 12 July 2018
The latest police videos going viral don't feature scenes of confrontation -- only the sounds of harmony.

— tony dokoupil, CBS News, "Lip-sync videos of singing cops become social media sensation," 12 July 2018
The day featured live music by Jim Ferguson, and a Dog Day Costume Parade that brought out numerous local pooches.

— melanie savage, Courant Community, "Lebanon Farmers Market In Full Swing," 11 July 2018
Additional safety improvements feature high visibility striping and installing permanent rumble strips along the highway centerline to warn drivers if their vehicle is drifting outside of the lane.

— Ramona Sentinel, "Caltrans begins $11M repairs on Route 78," 11 July 2018

Origin and Etymology of feature

see ¹feature

NEW! Time Traveler

First Known Use: circa 1755

in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

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feature Synonyms

Phrases

bear down on, make much of;

FEATURE Defined for English Language Learners

feature

noun

Definition of feature for English Language Learners

: an interesting or important part, quality, ability, etc.
: a part of the face (such as the eyes, nose, or mouth)
: a movie that is made to be shown in a theater for entertainment : a full-length movie

feature

verb

Definition of feature for English Language Learners

: to have or include (someone or something) as an important part
: to discuss or mention (something or someone) in a noticeable way : to give particular attention to (someone or something important)

FEATURE Defined for Kids

feature

noun fea·ture \ ˈfē-chər \

Definition of feature for Students

1 : a part (as the nose or the mouth) of the face

2 : something especially noticeable

a safety feature

3 : movie 1

4 : a special story in a newspaper or magazine

feature

verb

Definition of feature for Students

featured; featuring

1 : to have as a characteristic

The TV features a flat screen.

2 : to give special prominence to

The newspaper featured a story about the election.

3 : to play an important part

A bus tour featured in our trip.

Medical Dictionary

feature

noun fea·ture \ ˈfē-chər \

medical Definition of feature

1 : the structure, form, or appearance especially of a person

2 a : the makeup or appearance of the face or its parts

b : a part of the face

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