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/ˈɔːlməʊst/

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Meaning

Very close to it, but not completely.

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Word origin

From Old English eallmaest, a joining of eall (all) and maest (most), meaning very nearly all.

Origin
Old English
Root
eallmaest

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We use almost to say that something is very near to being true or complete, but not quite. If a job is almost done, just a little is left. Almost means you are close, with only a small bit still to go.

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This word is taught in chapter 5, lesson 3: almost, begin, behind and 7 more words.