Meaning of but in English

1. Pronunciation

   /bət/

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1. Adverb

   but

   Definitions

   1. and nothing more

   Examples

   • « I was merely asking »
   • « it is simply a matter of time »
   • « just a scratch »
   • « he was only a child »
   • « hopes that last but a moment »