Meaning of spend time | Babel Free

Definitions

1. To dedicate time to an activity.
2. To accompany someone for leisure; to hang out.

Equivalents

Examples

“These days, many people spend time surfing social networking sites.”

“The rebuilt "Merchant Navy" Pacifics have the monopoly of these workings, and Mr. C. K. Dunkley writes that as a result of their reduced water consumption, as compared with the unrebuilt engines, some engine-crews no longer spend time taking water at Southampton Central, the invariable practice previously.”

“Energy has seldom been found where we need it when we want it. Ancient nomads, wishing to ward off the evening chill and enjoy a meal around a campfire, had to collect wood and then spend time and effort coaxing the heat of friction out from between sticks to kindle a flame.”

“It's my day off today - let's spend some time together. Parents should spend more time with their children.”

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