Do Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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[duː ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Verb}

action

perform an action

Synonyms

carry out, execute, perform.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
do	Use in everyday, general activities or tasks. I need to do my homework. What are you going to do today?
perform	Commonly used in contexts related to arts, tests, or scientific experiments. It can also mean to complete a task or action. She will perform a piano solo. Scientists performed several tests to confirm the hypothesis. The robot can perform complex calculations.
execute	Typically used in formal or professional settings, especially in contexts involving precise actions or following orders. It may also have a negative connotation when used in the context of administering a punishment. The plan was flawlessly executed. The soldiers were ordered to execute the mission. The criminal was executed by lethal injection.
carry out	Often used for fulfilling instructions, plans, or tasks with a sense of responsibility. The engineers will carry out the safety checks. She was asked to carry out a research project.

Examples of usage

I do my homework every day.
She does yoga in the morning.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

party

a social event

Synonyms

event, gathering, party.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
do	Common English verb for performing actions. Could you do me a favor? I need to do my homework.
party	Informal and festive social event, often involving entertainment, food, and drinks. The New Year's Eve party was amazing! She is planning a surprise party for his birthday.
event	Formal or general term for planned occurrences, often larger or significant gatherings such as conferences, weddings, or public celebrations. The charity event raised a lot of money. She is organizing a corporate event next month.
gathering	General term for any meeting of people, can be informal or formal, often smaller scale. Our family gathering is next Saturday. The community gathering was a big success.

Examples of usage

We are going to a do tonight.
The company organized a do for its employees.

Translations

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Origin of 'do'

The word 'do' has a long history in the English language, dating back to Old English. It has evolved over time to take on various meanings and uses, from indicating an action to representing a social event. The versatility of 'do' has made it a common and widely used word in everyday speech.

See also: doable, dose, outdo, outdoable, overdo, overdoing, redo, undo, undoable.