Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of feature
"The new smartphone includes advanced features like night mode and water resistance that make it perfect for outdoor photography."
In plain English: Features are the noticeable parts of something that make it unique or interesting.
"The new smartphone features a high-quality camera and a long-lasting battery."
Usage: Use "features" as a noun to describe distinctive characteristics or aspects of something, such as physical traits of a face or key elements of a product. Avoid confusing it with the verb form, which means to present or display information prominently.
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of feature
"The new smartphone features a stunning camera and all-day battery life."
In plain English: To feature something means to give it special attention or highlight it as an important part of something else.
"The new smartphone features advanced camera technology."
Usage: To feature something means to include it prominently in an event or product, such as when a restaurant highlights a specific dish on its menu. Do not confuse this with the noun "features," which refers to distinctive characteristics or facial attributes.
Derived from Old French feautre (meaning to cut out) via Latin futuere, the term originally referred to cutting or carving, though its modern sense of distinctive characteristics comes from Middle English feture. The current meaning evolved in the 16th century from "facial features" to denote any prominent attribute.