verb (written)
1 linking verb [V-N] (not used in the progressive tenses) to be considered to be sth:
Does such an activity constitute a criminal offence? * The increase in racial tension constitutes a threat to our society. * His action was interpreted as constituting a threat to the community.
2 linking verb [V-N] (not used in the progressive tenses) to be the parts that together form sth
SYNMAKEUP:
Female workers constitute the majority of the labour force. -< COMPRISE
3 [VN] [usuallypassive] to form a group legally or officially:
The committee was constituted in 1974 by an Act of Parliament.
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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