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Meaning of a
The primary meaning of the word "a" is an indefinite article used to indicate a nonspecific person or thing.
Etymology of a
The word "a" originates from Old English "an", which was influenced by the Latin "unus" meaning one, and the Greek "hen" meaning one.
Historically, the word "a" has evolved from its Old English form "an" to its modern English form, with changes in pronunciation and usage over time.
Synonyms
Definitions
- Used to indicate a nonspecific person or thing: "a dog", "a city"
- Used before a noun that starts with a consonant sound: "a book", "a car"
- Used to indicate one person or thing among many: "a student in the class"
Usage Examples
- "I saw a dog in the park."
- "She is a doctor."
- "He ate a sandwich for lunch."