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/ɪnʧ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot (2.54 cm).
The board is 6 inches long.
A small amount or degree.
He was only inching closer to his goal.
verb
To move or advance slowly or cautiously.
She inched forward to get a better view of the stage.
To increase gradually.
The temperature in the room inched up throughout the day.
Etymology
Middle English 'ynche', from Old French 'unche', from Latin 'uncia' meaning 'one-twelfth part'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
inch by inch
Gradually or slowly, step by step.
to give an inch
To yield slightly or concede a small amount.
to take an inch
To take advantage of a small concession.
inches away
Very close or near.
Related Words
foot
A unit of length equal to 12 inches.
yard
A unit of length equal to 36 inches.
millimeter
A metric unit equal to one-tenth of a centimeter.
Slang Meanings
Inch: a small amount or degree.
He's only an inch from the finish line.
To inch: to move slowly or cautiously.
They had to inch their way through the crowd.