Definition of "establish"

Kid-friendly meaning of establish, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "establish" mean?

establish (verb) — to start something and make it last.

Part of speechVerb Syllables3 (es·tab·lish)

Example sentences using "establish"

Grade K–2
Let's establish the rules.
Grade 3–5
They worked all summer to establish a fair and friendly system for the new club.
Grade 6–8
Before you can solve a hard disagreement, the people involved usually have to first quietly establish that they're still on the same team.

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