what is that
The phrase "what is that" is commonly used in everyday conversations to seek identification or clarification.
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Definition
A2General
(informal)A question asking for the identification or explanation of something unfamiliar or unclear.
Example
- What is that noise coming from the kitchen?
- What is that book you're reading?
B1Conversation
(colloquial)A question seeking repetition or clarification of something someone just said.
Example
- What is that you said about the meeting?
- What is that you're talking about?
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