Simple meaning
What does Between mean?
Between means in the middle of two things.
Dictionary definition
Between means in the space or time that separates two things.
Example sentences
Between in a sentence
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In class, we learned what between means.
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The teacher used between in a sentence so we could see its exact meaning.
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Using between correctly helped make the writing more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Between
amidClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
in the middle ofClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
separatingClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
outsideHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
beyondHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Between word family
Base word
between
preposition
between
Base form.
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What does between mean?
Between means between means in the middle of two things.
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