in-person — physically present in the same location, not virtual or remote
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: physically present in the same location, not virtual or remote
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ˈpɜːrsən/
Example Sentences
- After two years of Zoom classes, students were excited to return to in-person learning.
- The doctor insisted on an in-person check-up because he couldn't diagnose my mysterious rash through video call.
- My grandmother still prefers in-person shopping because she likes to squeeze the fruits herself.
in-person
ADJECTIVE[/ɪn ˈpɜːrsən/]
physically present in the same location, not virtual or remote
physically present in the same location, not virtual or remote
Meet in-person before things worsen - every person matters!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase derives from Latin 'in' (in, within) and 'persona' (mask, character). In ancient Roman theatre, persona originally referred to the masks worn by actors, but the term evolved to mean personality, individual, or human being, eventually giving rise to the modern sense of 'in person' meaning physically present.
Breakdown
in- (in, within) + person (from Latin persona, originally mask, later individual or human being). The hyphenated form 'in-person' is a modern English construction indicating physical presence or direct engagement, as opposed to remote or virtual interaction.
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📝Examples
“After two years of Zoom classes, students were excited to return to in-person learning.”
“The doctor insisted on an in-person check-up because he couldn't diagnose my mysterious rash through video call.”
“My grandmother still prefers in-person shopping because she likes to squeeze the fruits herself.”
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