convert
2 ENTRIES FOUND:
converts;
converted;
converting
converts;
converted;
converting
Britannica Dictionary definition of CONVERT
1
a
[+ object]
:
to change (something) into a different form or so that it can be used in a different way
— usually + to or into
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The cells absorb light and convert it to energy.
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How do you convert pounds to grams?
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I need to convert my pesos back into dollars. [=I need to exchange my pesos for dollars]
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We converted the attic into a bedroom.
b
[no object]
:
to change to a different system, method, etc.
— usually + to
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The factory converted to newer machinery.
c
[no object]
:
to change from one form or use to another
— usually + to or into
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The sofa converts easily into a bed.
2
a
[no object]
:
to change from one religion, belief, political party, etc., to another
— often + to
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He converted to Islam.
b
[+ object]
:
to persuade (someone) to change from one religion, belief, political party, etc., to another
— often + to
—
see also preach to the converted at preach
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The missionaries converted the native people to Christianity.
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They tried to convert us to their way of thinking.
3
a
:
to score extra points after a goal or touchdown in rugby or American football
[no object]
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They tried for two points but could not convert.
[+ object]
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(rugby) They failed to convert the try.
b
:
to use (an opportunity, such as an opportunity to score points) successfully
[+ object]
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They had many chances to score but they couldn't convert their opportunities.
[no object]
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They had chances to score but couldn't convert.
plural
converts
plural
converts
Britannica Dictionary definition of CONVERT
[count]
:
a person who has changed to a different religion, belief, political party, etc.
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a religious convert
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I didn't think I'd like paying my bills online, but now I'm a convert.
