between — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

between (/bɪˈtwiːn/)

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🔊 /bɪˈtwiːn/

Meaning

Meaning: in the space separating two things

In the space, time, or range that separates two people, things, or points.

Examples

🗣 The shop is between the bank and the café.

Etymology

From Old English ‘betweonum’, related to ‘twa’ (two).

How & Where It’s Used

Typically used for two items, while ‘among’ is for many.

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Tags: preposition, position

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