Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-heart
phrase
/baɪ hɑrt/
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Definition
to memorize something completely and perfectly.
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Examples
- She learned the poem by-heart for the recital.
- He can recite the entire song by-heart.
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Meaning
When you know something by-heart, it means you can recall it without having to look at it.
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Synonyms
- memorize
- know offhand
- retain