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etc.

Description:

Abbreviation for "et cetera," which means "and so on" or "and other similar things." It is used to indicate that there are more items in a list, but they are not explicitly mentioned.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Adverb

Senses:

Noun:

1. A series of additional similar things or items.
2. Abbreviation used to convey the idea of more examples or similar things that could be included.

Adverb:

1. Used to indicate that there are other similar things or examples that could be added.
2. Used to suggest that the list is not exhaustive and more items could be mentioned.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. I bought a variety of fruits such as apples, oranges, bananas, etc.
2. She collected stamps, coins, books, etc.

Adverb:

1. Please make sure to bring your passport, visa, travel itinerary, etc.
2. The restaurant serves pizza, pasta, seafood, etc.

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