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Definition of enjoy verb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

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enjoy

verb
enjoy pronunciation English ɪnˈdʒɔɪ enjoy pronunciation American ɪnˈdʒɔɪ
 
1 [transitive] to get pleasure from somethingenjoy something We thoroughly enjoyed our time in New York.Thanks for a great evening. I really enjoyed it.enjoy doing something I enjoy playing tennis and squash.2 [transitive] enjoy yourself to be happy and get pleasure from what you are doingThey all enjoyed themselves at the party.3 [transitive] enjoy something (formal) to have something good that is an advantage to youPeople in this country enjoy a high standard of living.He's always enjoyed good health.4 [intransitive] enjoy! (informal) used to say that you hope somebody gets pleasure from something that you are giving them or recommending to themHere's that book I promised you. Enjoy!
Usage notesUsage note: enjoyNote the following patterns:I enjoyed myself at the party. I enjoyed at the party.Thanks. I really enjoyed it. Thanks. I really enjoyed.I enjoy playing basketball. I enjoy to play basketball.I enjoy reading very much. I enjoy very much reading.I hope you enjoy your trip. I hope you enjoy with your trip.