conjunction · A1

And

AND/ænd/

Join two words or ideas with and: tea and coffee, you and I. And adds; or offers a choice. Do not start every sentence with and in careful writing. Bread and butter is a fixed pair.

Meaning

Used to join two words or ideas.

Examples

“I like tea and coffee.”
“I like apples and oranges.”
“She opened the door and sat down.”

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A and B (adds). Contrast: or (a choice).

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