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[bɪˈtwiːn], (Adposition)
Definitions:
- at, into, or across the space separating (two objects or regions)
(e.g: the border between Mexico and the United States)
- in the period separating (two points in time)
(e.g: they snack between meals)
- in the interval separating (two points on a scale)
(e.g: a man aged between 18 and 30)
- indicating a connection or relationship involving two or more parties
(e.g: links between science and industry)
- by combining the resources or actions of (two or more people or other entities)
(e.g: we have created something between us)
Phrases:
- between you and me
- between you, me, and the bedpost
- in between times
Origin
:
Old English betwēonum, from be ‘by’ + a Germanic word related to two
[bɪˈtwiːn], (Adverb)
Definitions:
- in or along the space separating two objects or regions
(e.g: layers of paper with tar in between)
- in the period separating two points in time
(e.g: sets of exercises with no rest in between)
Phrases:
- between you and me
- between you, me, and the bedpost
- in between times
Origin
:
Old English betwēonum, from be ‘by’ + a Germanic word related to two
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