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To be between two things is to be in the middle. In a picture, if you are between your sisters, one is on your left and the other is on your right. The preposition between comes from the Old English word betweonum , meaning “among,” or “by turns.”
Definition of between preposition in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
between preposition (SPACE) Add to word list. Add to word list. A1. in the space that separates two places, people, or things: The town lies halfway between Florence and Rome. A narrow path runs between the two houses. Fewer examples. Leeds is midway between London and Edinburgh.
Apr 20, 2024 · between. In the position or interval that separates ( two things), or intermediate in quantity or degree. (See Usage notes below.) John stood between Amy and Mary. Let's meet between two and three. I want to buy one that costs somewhere between forty and fifty dollars.
4 days ago · 1. in or through the space that separates (two things) between the house and the garage. 2. in or of the time, amount, or degree that separates (two things); intermediate to. between blue and green. 3. that connects or relates to. a bond between friends, the difference between right and wrong.
Synonyms for BETWEEN: betwixt, among, amongst, amidst, midst, mid, amid, through; Antonyms of BETWEEN: from, out of.
1. a. In or through the position or interval separating: between the trees; between 11 o'clock and 12 o'clock. b. Intermediate to, as in quantity, amount, or degree: It costs between 15 and 20 dollars. 2. Connecting spatially: a railroad between the two cities. 3.
