Meaning & Definition of word "Every"

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    Every

    /ˈɛv.ri/

    adjective:

    • 1. Used to refer to all the individual members of a set or group without exception.
      • Example: Every student in the class passed the exam.
    • 2. Constituting each one in a group or series; all.
      • Example: She visited every country in Europe last summer.
    • 3. All; any; each.
      • Example: Every little bit helps when it comes to saving money.
    • 4. Occurring or appearing on each occasion; always.
      • Example: He reads every night before going to bed.
    • 5. A number of times at regular intervals.
      • Example: The train leaves every hour.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'everich', from Old English 'æfre' meaning 'ever' + 'each'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    every now and then:

    Occasionally; sometimes.

    every step of the way:

    Throughout the entire process.

    every little helps:

    Even small contributions are valuable.

    every man for himself:

    Everyone must look after their own interests.

    Related Words

    each:

    Refers to individual parts of a group.

    everyday:

    Commonplace; occurring daily.

    everyone:

    All people; every person.

    Slang Meanings of every

    Meaning: Every little thing

    Example Sentence: Don't worry, every little thing will be alright.

    Meaning: Everyday Joe

    Example Sentence: He's just an everyday Joe, nothing special.