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.