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experience [ ex·per·i·ence ]

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ɪkˈspɪriəns ]
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ɪkˈspɪəriəns ]
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Noun

1. Practical contact with and observation of facts or events.

he had learned his lesson by painful experience

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2. The knowledge or skill acquired by a period of practical experience of something, especially that gained in a particular profession.

Along the way, your team gains experience and develops their skills.

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3. An event or occurrence which leaves an impression on someone.

audition day is an enjoyable experience for any seven-year old

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Verb

1. Encounter or undergo (an event or occurrence)

We will experience events reflecting the inner world to match the outer.

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2. Feel (an emotion or sensation)

an opportunity to experience the excitement of New York

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Origin

1. Late Middle English via Old French from Latin experientia, from experiri ‘try’. Compare with experiment and expert.

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