in its entirety — completely; as a whole; in full without any parts missing or excluded
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: completely; as a whole; in full without any parts missing or excluded
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ɪts ɪnˈtaɪərdi/
Example Sentences
- My boss made me watch the 4-hour meeting recording in its entirety as punishment for being late.
- The contract should be reviewed in its entirety before signing.
- She listened to his 2-hour explanation about why he forgot their anniversary in its entirety, then packed her bags.
in its entirety
ADVERB[/ɪn ɪts ɪnˈtaɪərdi/]
completely; as a whole; in full without any parts missing or excluded
Every variety builds society in its entirety
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Entirety derives from Latin 'integer' meaning 'complete' or 'whole'. The phrase 'in its entirety' developed from the sense of 'within its completeness', evolving to denote the whole of something without omission or loss.
Breakdown
entire (from Latin integer, meaning 'complete') + -ty (noun-forming suffix indicating a state or quality) = entirety (the whole or complete form of something).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My boss made me watch the 4-hour meeting recording in its entirety as punishment for being late.”
“The contract should be reviewed in its entirety before signing.”
“She listened to his 2-hour explanation about why he forgot their anniversary in its entirety, then packed her bags.”
“The proposal was accepted in its entirety by the board of directors.”
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