Have/həv,əv/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Attachment Indicates a personal connection or value, not just ownership. She has a family heirloom that's very dear to her. Pro Tip 2/3Temporary Possession Suggests having something for a limited time, not necessarily owning it. John has the keys right now. Pro Tip 3/3Relationships Used to talk about people in one's life, indicating a connection. She has a lot of friends at school.