Which
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /wɪt͡ʃ/ · Part of speech conjunction
Quick meaning: Which is a conjunction meaning (nonstandard, originally anacoluthic) And.
Meaning
(nonstandard, originally anacoluthic) And.
More Meanings
- (interrogative) What, of those mentioned or implied.
- The/Any ... that; whichever.
- (relative, formal outside certain phrases) Designates the one(s) previously mentioned.
- (interrogative) What one or ones (of those mentioned or implied).
- (not in common use) The/Any ones that; whichever.
- (relative) In a non-restrictive relative clause, referring to something previously mentioned.
- (relative, sometimes proscribed, see usage notes) In a restrictive relative clause, referring to a noun previously mentioned.
Example Sentences
Which one is bigger?
Take which one you want.
Which song shall we play?
Show me which one is bigger.
Word Forms
- whiche
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include that, whatsoever, whatever, whichsoever, whichever, what.
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