each — every one of two or more people or things, regarded and identified separately
Part of speech: PRONOUN
Definition: every one of two or more people or things, regarded and identified separately
Pronunciation (IPA): /iːtʃ/
Example Sentences
- Each pizza slice disappeared faster than a magician's rabbit.
- Each cat thinks it's the boss of the house.
- We should help each other during difficult times.
each
PRONOUN[/iːtʃ/]
every one of two or more people or things, regarded and identified separately
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Old English 'ælc,' meaning 'every' or 'each one.' The word originated from Proto-Germanic roots shared by cognate languages, evolving to express both individuality and totality within a single concept.
Breakdown
Old English 'ælc' developed through sound changes into modern English 'each,' with the word historically functioning as a determiner combining the senses of 'all' and 'individual' elements.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Each pizza slice disappeared faster than a magician's rabbit.”
“Each cat thinks it's the boss of the house.”
“We should help each other during difficult times.”
“Each student must submit their assignment by Friday.”
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