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proper

UK/'prɒpә/US
NGSL 2kTOEFLA2

Definitions

adj.

Correct, suitable, or appropriate for a situation; genuine or real.

适当的,正确的;真正的,名副其实的

adv.

Properly; thoroughly; completely.

完全地,彻底地

Root Breakdown

Native English
properother
=proper

Common Collocations

  • 1.proper procedure正确程序
  • 2.proper way恰当的方式
  • 3.deemed proper认为合适
  • 4.proper noun专有名词

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Make sure you follow the proper procedures when handling confidential documents.

  • 2.

    After years abroad, she finally returned to London proper.

  • 3.

    A proper apology requires acknowledging the harm you have caused.

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