Word
cetera
/ˈsɛtɝə/
Definition
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'.
Examples
“The list includes apples, oranges, and et cetera.”
“The menu features a variety of cheeses, including cheddar, gouda, and et cetera.”
“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.”
Examples
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.”
Real-World Examples
“Finally, you can collect all the proteins from a cell, separate them on a gel, and then see where the protein ends up, telling you whether it’s made, if it’s chemically modified, et cetera.” Scan code
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