Definition

Relating to something that is given back or exchanged, or something that comes back to a place or situation.

Example

She received a return invitation to the party after she invited them last time.

Conversation

I just bought a return ticket for my trip next month.

That sounds great! Where are you heading?

I’m going to visit my family, so I needed the return option.

Perfect! It’ll be nice to see them again.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To come back to a place or situation after being away.

Example

After a long vacation, I will return home next week.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I can't wait to return to our favorite café this weekend.

Yeah, I’ve missed their coffee so much!

I hope they still have that amazing cake we loved.

Definition

The act of coming back to a place or the process of giving something back to its owner. It can also refer to a formal document related to taxes or a profit gained from an investment.

Example

I need to file my tax return before the deadline.

Conversation

Have you finished your tax return yet?

Not yet, I'm still gathering all my documents.

I always find it stressful to do my return on time.

Definition

To give back something to its original place or owner.

Example

I need to return the book I borrowed from the library.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you decided when you will return the book to the library?

I was thinking of doing it tomorrow after class.

That sounds good! I need to return a few things too.

Root Explanation

Return → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "tornare" (meaning to turn). The word "return" means to turn back again to a previous place or condition.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'back again' ('re-') to a place you have already been ('tornare').

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