along
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/əˈlɒŋ/]
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Senses
1. along (prep) — sense 1
Definition: By the length of; in a line with the length of; lengthwise next to.
Example: Water whished along the boat as we rowed upstream.
2. along (prep) — sense 2
Definition: In a line with, with a progressive motion on; onward on; forward on.
Example: The kine[…]went along the highway.
3. along (adv) — sense 3
Definition: In company; together.
Example: John played the piano and everyone sang along.
4. along (adv) — sense 4
Definition: Onward, forward, with progressive action.
Example: Don't stop here. Just move along.
Structure of the word
Roots:- h₂en (Proto-Indo-European)
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