About
Example: They talk about their plans for tomorrow
Definition
"About" is a versatile preposition used to indicate the subject or topic of a conversation, thought, or action, as in discussing plans or ideas. It can also express approximation in time, quantity, or location, providing context or relevance to the matter at hand.
Etymology
The word "about" originates from the Old English 'abutan,' which means 'on the outside of' or 'around.' Over time, its meaning expanded to include 'concerning' or 'relating to.' Did you know that "about" has maintained its core sense of surrounding or relating to something for over a thousand years?
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"About" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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