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Meaning

The word "about" is a preposition that indicates a topic or subject. It can also refer to the approximate location, quantity, or time of something. Essentially, when you use "about," you're discussing what something is related to or the context in which something occurs.

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Etymology

The word "about" originates from the Old English "abūtan," which means "on the outside of" or "around." Over time, it evolved to encompass the meanings associated with topics and approximate contexts.

Examples

  1. We had a conversation about our plans for the weekend.
  2. There’s a book about history on the shelf.
  3. Can you tell me about the movie you watched last night?
  4. She was worried about the upcoming exam.
  5. The cat was roaming about the garden.
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