studystudy2 verb (past tensepst and past participlepp studied)1[transitiveT] to carefully consider a plan, idea, document etcI haven’t had time to study the proposals yet.
We are studying a bonus system based on how long brokers stay at the firm.
2[transitiveT] to watch or examine something carefully over a period of time in order to discover more about itJapanese firms are studying the U.S. market very carefully.
3[intransitiveI, transitiveT] to spend time reading, going to classes etc in order to learn about a subjectShe was studying economics at Fordham University.
My brother’s studying to be an accountant.