|
|
- pronunciation:
- et
se
t
 r
[or]
et
se
tr
| part of speech: |
abbreviation |
| definition: |
"Etc." is a short way of writing the phrase "et cetera." We use "etc." when we are listing things of a certain category but we don't want to list every single thing, or we don't think it is necessary. We write "etc." at the end of the list as a way of saying, "and more things like this."
If I'm staying over at my friend's house, I have to bring my pajamas, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.The principal wants healthy foods like vegetables, fruits, etc. to be a larger part of school lunch. |
|
|
|
|