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cetera

n.
C2 Proficiency US //ˈsɛtɝə// cetera

n. the rest of the things. You use this in the phrase 'et cetera' to mean 'and other things'.

n. the rest of the items or things mentioned. Typically appears only in the fixed Latin phrase 'et cetera', meaning 'and the rest'.


SIMPLE

The list includes apples, oranges, and et cetera.

CONTEXTUAL

The menu features a variety of cheeses, including cheddar, gouda, and et cetera.

COMPLEX

While the report details the primary causes of the delay, it concludes with a brief mention of et cetera, acknowledging that several minor logistical issues also contributed to the overall timeline.

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