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Etc. Definition & Meaning

1. Etc. is an abbreviation for "et cetera," which means "and so on" or "and other things."

Example: I need to buy some groceries like bread, milk, eggs, etc.

2. Etc. is used to indicate that a list is not exhaustive and there are other items that could be included.

Example: The party supplies included balloons, streamers, party hats, etc.

3. Etc. is used to avoid repeating a list of items that have already been mentioned.

Example: The recipe calls for sugar, flour, eggs, etc. - all the usual baking ingredients.

4. Etc. is used to imply that the speaker or writer is leaving out details that are not important or relevant.

Example: The report included data on sales, profits, expenses, etc. - all the key financial information.

5. Etc. is used to indicate that the speaker or writer is not sure of all the details or cannot remember them.

Example: The book covers topics like history, science, literature, etc. - i can't remember all the subjects it discusses.

Examples of the word etc. used in sentences.

  • My favorite fruits are apples, bananas, oranges, etc.
  • In my bag, there are pencils, pens, notebooks, etc.
  • I like to listen to music, dance, sing, etc. in my free time.
  • My hobbies are reading, swimming, watching movies, etc.
  • Our family likes to travel to different countries, try different foods, learn different cultures, etc.
  • There are many things to do in Paris: visit the Eiffel Tower, see the Louvre museum, go shopping, etc.
  • During my free time, I like to watch movies, read books, listen to music, etc.
  • In my backpack, I have some pens, pencils, notebooks, etc.
  • I want to travel around Europe: Spain, Italy, Germany, France, etc.
  • I need to buy some groceries like bread, vegetables, fruit, etc.
  • In our grocery list, we need to buy fruits, vegetables, bread, etc.
  • We can decorate the room with flowers, candles, picture frames, etc.
  • The museum has an extensive collection of paintings, sculptures, artifacts, etc.
  • My hobbies include playing sports, listening to music, hiking, etc.
  • I like to read books, watch movies, travel, etc.
  • Different modes of transportation are available for traveling including cars, trains, buses, etc.
  • In the workplace, communication methods can vary including email, phone calls, etc.
  • When preparing a meal, it's important to have all necessary ingredients such as vegetables, spices, etc.
  • During my free time, I enjoy reading books, watching movies, playing sports, etc.
  • When traveling, it's important to pack essentials like clothes, toiletries, etc.
  • During the interview, the candidate highlighted their experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, etc.
  • At the conference, we discussed topics such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, machine learning, etc.
  • The museum exhibition showcased paintings, sculptures, photographs, etc. by different artists.
  • The vacation package included activities such as hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, etc. in addition to accommodation and meals.
  • In the kitchen, we have all the necessary utensils such as pots, pans, knives, etc.
  • The city offers many recreational opportunities, such as hiking, cycling, kayaking, etc.
  • The museum had an impressive collection of artifacts from different time periods, such as ancient civilizations, medieval times, etc.
  • The restaurant had an extensive menu with a variety of options, including vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.
  • The company's benefits package included health insurance, retirement plan, stock options, etc.
  • The book covered a wide range of topics - history, science, art, philosophy, etc.
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