A2noun1K

Feature

UK /["/ˈfiːtʃə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈfiːtʃər/"]/

Definition

something important, interesting or typical of a place or thing

In simple words: A special quality or part of something.

Examples

The new phone has a great camera feature that takes amazing pictures.
One important feature of this software is its user-friendly interface.
The main feature of the restaurant is its outdoor seating area.
Different species have unique features that help them survive.
The documentary highlighted the features of life in the Amazon rainforest.

Usage notes

Used in formal and neutral contexts to describe characteristics of products, movies, or people. Avoid in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

feature + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'feature' as a 'fancy' add-on to something.

Collocations

basic
central
critical
brim with
have
include
distinguish something
characterize something
include something
attractive
beautiful
handsome
have
contort
soften
with feature
big
major
special
do
have
publish
writer
features editor
features section
feature on

Synonyms

attribute
trait
aspect
characteristic
quality

Antonyms

flaw
defect

Common mistakes

Confusing 'feature' with 'feture'.
Using 'feature' as a verb without understanding its noun form.
Confusing 'feature' with 'characteristic' in specific contexts.