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/əˈbaʊt/

Definition & Meaning of "about"

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used with a number to show that it is not exact

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There were about 20 people at the party.
It 'll take about 30 minutes to get there by car.
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There's a library about, providing easy access to books and resources.
She gestured to the crowd standing about, inviting them to join the discussion.
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used to express the presence or existence of something in a general area or location

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I ’ve heard there ’s a flu going about, so be sure to take precautions.
With springtime about, allergies have been affecting many people in the town.
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used to refer to movement in different directions within an area or space

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The children were running about in the park, enjoying their freedom.
He wandered about the house, unsure of what to do next.
05

used to indicate a movement or position in the opposite direction

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When the captain shouted, the soldiers turned about and marched the other way.
He quickly faced about when he realized he was heading the wrong way.
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used to indicate movement in rotation or in a circular pattern

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The children ran about in circles, playing a game of chase.
The planets revolve about the sun in their orbits.
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used to express being in a place without a specific purpose, often doing nothing in particular

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The kids were lounging about in the yard with no plans for the day.
People were standing about in the park, chatting and relaxing.
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used to indicate that something is nearly or almost complete or at a particular state

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I'm just about finished with the report; I ’ll send it soon.
After a long hike, we were about starved by the time we reached the cabin.
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used to express the matters that relate to a specific person or thing

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I read an interesting article about health and fitness.
She gave a presentation about her research in marine biology.
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used to indicate the fundamental focus, concern, or purpose of something

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At its core, the debate is really about freedom of speech.
For him, life is about pursuing happiness and personal growth.
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used to describe a characteristic, quality, or nature of a person or thing

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There 's something mysterious about the new neighbor that makes everyone curious.
I ca n't explain it, but there 's something off about this situation.
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used to show the reason for someone's feelings, actions, or opinions

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They ’re worried about the storm.
She ’s excited about the trip.
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used to indicate a general sense of movement without specifying a precise path or direction

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We walked about the town.
The birds were flying about the park.
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used to express the presence or location of something in various parts of a particular area

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There were papers strewn about the office, making it look cluttered.
Toys were scattered about the nursery after the children finished playing.
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used to refers to something being near a specific place or location

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The children were playing about the garden all afternoon.
There are many beautiful flowers growing about the hillside.
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used to mean that a person or thing is surrounding or encircling something or someone on every side

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People gathered about the performer, eager to watch the show.
She wrapped her scarf about her neck to keep warm.
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used to indicate that someone or something is doing or dealing with something

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The villagers were going about their daily tasks when the storm hit.
She spent the day going about her chores, trying to stay productive.
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moving or being active from place to place, especially after a period of inactivity

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After recovering from his surgery, he was up and about in just a few days.
She has been out and about running errands all morning.
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out of bed and moving around

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After recovering from the illness, she was finally about and able to move around the house.
The patient was feeling better and was about, moving from room to room in the hospital.
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currently in existence, present, or circulating

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There are very few opportunities about for new graduates in this field.
The most talented musicians about today are redefining the industry.
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