for
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/fɔː/]
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Senses
1. for (conj) — sense 1
Definition: Because.
Example: I had to stay with my wicked stepmother, for I had nowhere else to go.
2. for (prep) — sense 1
Definition: Towards; in the direction of.
Example: The astronauts headed for the moon.
3. for (prep) — sense 2
Definition: Leading towards in time or circumstance.
Example: We're heading for bankruptcy.
4. for (prep) — sense 3
Definition: Directed at; intended to belong to.
Example: I have something for you.
5. for (particle) — sense 1
Definition: To; (the particle for marking the following verb as an infinitive).
Example: Ugh—I’ll not be able for get up. Send for M’sieu le Curé—I’ll be goin’ for die for sure.
Structure of the word
Roots:- preh₂ (Proto-Indo-European)
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