DOESN'T Definition and Meaning
Doesn't is the common spoken contraction of "does not." It is frequently used in everyday English to express negation in the third person singular form.
Usage
- "Doesn't" replaces "does not" in informal speech and writing.
- It helps make sentences shorter and more natural sounding.
Example:
"He doesn't like coffee."
(Instead of "He does not like coffee.")
Source
This explanation is based on the Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's Dictionary, published by HarperCollins Publishers.
The term "doesn't" simplifies negative statements in English, making communication more fluent and conversational.
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