# feat

/ˈfit/ (US) · /fˈiːt/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/feat
Updated: 2026-06-20

## Senses

### 2. to feature

verb · CEFR C1 · Informal · Slang

to include someone or something as a main part, often in a song or video.

For teachers: to feature; used as a transitive verb, typically in the context of musical collaborations or media appearances.

- The new pop song will feat a famous rapper from New York.
- The upcoming album is expected to feat several high-profile guest artists, a strategy designed to maximise its reach across different streaming demographics.

Usage: Often appears in track listings as 'feat.' followed by the guest artist's name.

Teaching tip: This is a clipped form of 'feature'. While common in music titles and social media, it should be avoided in formal writing.

## Examples

- Building the bridge in one year was a great feat.
- Climbing the mountain without oxygen is a remarkable feat that few athletes have ever accomplished.
- The restoration of the ancient cathedral was a feat of engineering that required modern technology to support the original stone foundations without damaging the delicate stained glass.

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