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Meaning of already in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌɔlˈrɛdi/

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  1. Adverb

    already

    Etymology

    Middle English: from all(as an adverb) + ready; already (sense 2) is influenced by Yiddish use

    Definitions

    1. prior to a specified or implied time

    Examples

    • « she has already graduated »

    Antonyms

    • not yet

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