Meaning
In the middle of a group of people or things; one of a larger group.
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Word origin
From Old English on gemang, meaning in a crowd, so it has always pointed at being inside a group.
- Origin
- Old English
- Root
- on gemang
Examples
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"Among" here means she was one of a bigger group.
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"Among" shows the cat had flowers all around it.
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Use "among" for three or more; use "between" for two. "Amongst" means the same thing and sounds a little older.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 15, lesson 10: among, plus, prefer and 7 more words.