Between
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɪˈtwiːn/ · Part of speech preposition
Quick meaning: Between is a preposition meaning In the position or interval that separates (two things), or intermediate in quantity or degree. (See Usage notes below.).
Meaning
In the position or interval that separates (two things), or intermediate in quantity or degree. (See Usage notes below.).
More Meanings
- Done together or reciprocally.
- Shared in confidence.
- In transit from (one to the other, or connecting places).
- Combined (by effort or ownership).
- One of (representing a choice).
- Taking together the combined effect of.
- A kind of needle, shorter than a sharp, with a small rounded eye, used for making fine stitches on heavy fabrics.
Example Sentences
conversation between friends
John stood between Amy and Mary. Let’s meet between two and three.
I want to buy one that costs somewhere between forty and fifty dollars.
The prince is here at hand, pleaſeth your Lordſhip / To meet his grace iuſt diſtance tvveene our armies.
Word Forms
- betweene
- betwene
- betweens
Synonyms for between
Depending on context, synonyms include atween, atwix, atwixt, betwixt, betwixte.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include betwixt, inter, walk, walks, juggling, under.
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