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about Definition and Meaning in English (about definition)

preposition
Synonyms:concerningregardingon the subject of
Quick Answer • Definition

About definition: Used to indicate the subject or topic of something, meaning 'concerning' or 'regarding'.

Definitions of About

  1. 1preposition

    Used to indicate the subject or topic of something, meaning 'concerning' or 'regarding'.

  2. 2adverb

    Used to express approximation or estimation, meaning 'approximately' or 'nearly'.

  3. 3adverb

    Used to indicate movement or presence in various directions or locations within an area.

Example Sentences

casual

“Tell me about your trip to India.”

casual

“The concert started about eight o'clock.”

casual

“The children were running about in the garden.”

Synonyms

concerningregardingon the subject of

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

about toexpression

On the verge of doing something; imminent.

how aboutexpression

Used to make a suggestion or offer.

what aboutexpression

Used to ask for information or make a suggestion concerning something.

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About definition: Used to indicate the subject or topic of something, meaning 'concerning' or 'regarding'.
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'About' translates to 'about' in English. About definition: Used to indicate the subject or topic of something, meaning 'concerning' or 'regarding'.
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