range

//reɪndʒ//
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Visual representation of range

Noun

rangeSingular
rangesPlural
1

The area of variation between upper and lower limits on a particular scale or measurement

The temperature range in this region is from 10 to 30 degrees.

2

A set of different things of the same general type

The store offers a wide range of products.

3

The distance within which something can be reached or perceived

The target was within range of the camera.

4

A line or series of mountains or hills

The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world.

5

A large area of open land for grazing or hunting

Cattle graze freely on the open range.

6

A place with targets for shooting practice

We went to the shooting range to practice our aim.

7

A large cooking stove with burners and ovens

She cooked the meal on a gas range.

Verb

rangePresent tense
rangedPast tense
rangedPast participle
rangingPresent participle
rangesThird-person singular
1

To vary or extend between specified limits

Prices range from $10 to $50.

2

To place or arrange in a row or rows

The soldiers ranged themselves along the wall.

3

To travel or wander over a wide area

Wild animals range freely across the plains.

range - Deep Vocabulary