all-inclusive — including everything or everyone; comprehensive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: including everything or everyone; comprehensive
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːl ɪnˈkluːsɪv/
Example Sentences
- My friend booked an all-inclusive cruise where even the Wi-Fi was free - finally, a vacation where my wallet can actually relax!
- The conference fee is all-inclusive, covering meals, accommodation, and materials.
- She chose the all-inclusive wedding package because planning every detail separately would drive her crazy.
all-inclusive
ADJECTIVE[/ˌɔːl ɪnˈkluːsɪv/]
including everything or everyone; comprehensive
Their all-inclusive resort package covers meals, drinks, snorkeling, and even sunset cruises.
All-inclusive joy breaks exclusive walls with conclusive proof!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
All-inclusive combines Old English 'all' (meaning everything or the whole) with the Latin-derived adjective 'inclusive,' which comes from Latin 'includere' (to include or contain). The compound term emerged in modern English to denote something that encompasses everything within its scope.
Breakdown
all- (everything, the whole; from Old English) + -inclusive (including all; from Latin in- (in) + claudere (to shut/enclose), modified to -cludere in 'includere').
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My friend booked an all-inclusive cruise where even the Wi-Fi was free - finally, a vacation where my wallet can actually relax!”
“The conference fee is all-inclusive, covering meals, accommodation, and materials.”
“She chose the all-inclusive wedding package because planning every detail separately would drive her crazy.”
“The gym membership is all-inclusive with access to classes, equipment, and personal training.”
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