Definition of prove
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verb (v)
be shown or be found to be (verb.stative)
Example: She proved to be right.
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establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment (verb.cognition)
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provide evidence for (verb.communication)
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prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof (verb.cognition)
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put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to (verb.social)
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increase in volume (verb.motion)
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cause to puff up with a leaven (verb.motion)
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take a trial impression of (verb.creation)
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obtain probate of (verb.cognition)
Example: Prove a will.
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To try or to ascertain by an experiment, or by a test or standard; to test; as, to prove the strength of gunpowder or of ordnance; to prove the contents of a vessel by a standard measure. (verb)
source: webster1913
To make trial; to essay. (verb)
source: webster1913
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