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implement
 
NOUN:A device used to do work or perform a task: instrument, tool, utensil. See MACHINE, MEANS.
VERB:1. To compel observance of: carry out, effect, enforce, execute, invoke. Idioms: put in force, put into action. See OBLIGATION, OVER. 2. To carry out the functions, requirements, or terms of: discharge, do, execute, exercise, fulfill, keep, perform. Idioms: live up to. See DO. 3. To put into action or use: actuate, apply, employ, exercise, exploit, practice, use, utilize. Idioms: avail oneself of, bring into play, bring to bear, make use of, put into practice, put to use. See USED.
 
 
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