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Term: etc

Description:

"etc" is an abbreviation for the Latin term "et cetera," meaning "and the rest" or "and so forth." It is used to indicate that there are other similar or unspecified items, people, or things that have not been mentioned explicitly.

Senses and Usages:

1. Adverb:

In this sense, "etc" is used to imply that there are more examples or items that could be listed, but are not mentioned for brevity. It is frequently used at the end of a list to indicate that there are other similar things not specifically mentioned.

Example sentence: I went to the grocery store and bought fruits like apples, oranges, bananas, etc.

2. Noun:

As a noun, "etc" refers to a collection or group of unspecified things or elements. This usage is often found in scholarly or technical writing.

Example sentence: The library contains books on various topics - literature, science, history, etc.

3. Interjection:

"Etc" can also be used as an interjection to indicate a hesitant pause or omission in speech, implying that the speaker is leaving out details or additional information.

Example sentence: We went to the beach, had a barbecue, played volleyball, etc. Well, you get the idea!

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