plus — added to; in addition to
Part of speech: PREPOSITION
Definition: added to; in addition to
Pronunciation (IPA): /plʌs/
Example Sentences
- The job pays well, plus you get free coffee all day!
- She's smart, funny, plus she makes amazing cookies.
- The hotel room costs $100 plus tax, plus my tears when I see the bill.
plus
PREPOSITION[/plʌs/]
added to; in addition to
Ice cream server adds sprinkles plus whipped cream to the dessert
Bus fare plus us together - that's all we need!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'plus', meaning 'more' or 'greater in quantity'. The word evolved to encompass broader meanings as it became associated with the mathematical addition symbol '+', expanding its usage beyond purely quantitative contexts.
Breakdown
plus (Latin: more, greater) — a root form without morphological decomposition, used directly in modern English as both a conjunction and preposition indicating addition or advantage.
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📝Examples
“The job pays well, plus you get free coffee all day!”
“She's smart, funny, plus she makes amazing cookies.”
“The hotel room costs $100 plus tax, plus my tears when I see the bill.”
“Having a driver's license is a real plus when applying for this job.”
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