English / phrasal verb
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MEANING IN ENGLISH
To be under the command or supervision of someone; or to respond to a name
In context
01
In a classical symphony, all section principals answer to the artistic director.
02
Stagehands and sound crew answer to the production manager throughout the live performance.
Synonyms
report to,be accountable to,take direction from
Antonyms
supervise,command,lead independently
Collocations
answer to the conductor,answer to authority,only answer to