Meaning & Definition
preposition
In; within; into.
I am en route to the office.
To or in (a particular state or condition); as.
She remains en silence during the meeting.
A prefix used to form verbs indicating to cause to be in a place or condition.
The rain will enshroud the valley in mystery.
adverb
In an enclosed space or area.
The cat is en the box.
Etymology
Derived from Old French and Latin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
en masse:
In a group or as a whole.
en route:
On the way to a destination.
en attendant:
While waiting.
Slang Meanings
Used in text chat to refer to 'and'.
We'll go to the bar en dinner.
Short for 'enough'.
I have en money for the trip.