Meaning & Definition of word "Non"
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Non
/nɒn/
adjective:
- 1. Not, without, or lacking.
- Example: The non-profit organization focuses on social issues rather than making a profit.
- 2. Used as a prefix to indicate negation or absence.
- Example: His nonverbal cues indicated he was not interested in the conversation.
- 3. Indicating a rejection or exclusion.
- Example: The nonessential items were removed from the list to streamline the project.
prefix:
- 1. A prefix used to indicate negation or absence.
- Example: The term 'nontraditional' refers to methods that deviate from the norm.
- 2. Denoting something that is not a certain type or category.
- Example: In a noncompetitive spirit, they enjoyed the game just for fun.
Etymology
From Latin 'non' meaning 'not'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
non-stop:
without stopping; continuous.
non-essential:
not absolutely necessary.
non-profit:
not established for the purpose of making a profit.
Related Words
nonentity:
a person or thing with no special or interesting qualities; an unimportant person or thing.
nonchalant:
having an air of casual indifference.
Slang Meanings of non
Meaning: Referring to someone who is not involved in a particular thing or activity.
Example Sentence: He's a non when it comes to sports.
Meaning: Describing something that is not cool or acceptable.
Example Sentence: That outfit is so non!