Meaning & Definition of word "All"
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All
/ɔːl/
adjective:
- 1. The whole amount, quantity, or extent of something.
- Example: All participants must sign the registration form.
- 2. Used to refer to the entire number of something.
- Example: He gave all his savings to charity.
- 3. Every one of two or more people or things.
- Example: All the cookies were eaten by the end of the party.
pronoun:
- 1. The whole quantity or extent of a particular group.
- Example: All are welcome to join the meeting.
- 2. Used to refer to all people or things in a general sense.
- Example: All need to be aware of the new regulations.
adverb:
- 1. Completely, entirely.
- Example: She was all dressed up for the event.
- 2. To a complete or absolute extent.
- Example: I am all for a change in the system.
Etymology
Old English 'eall', of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
all set:
Completely ready.
all in all:
Considering everything.
all of a sudden:
Suddenly and unexpectedly.
Related Words
alliance:
A union or association.
allocate:
To distribute resources or duties.
alter:
To change or modify.
Slang Meanings of all
Meaning: all good
Example Sentence: Don't worry about it, it's all good.
Meaning: all-out
Example Sentence: We gave it an all-out effort in the game.