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a·breast
 abreast
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- pronunciation:
brest
- parts of speech:
- adverb, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition 1: |
side by side.
The police officers stood abreast, blocking the entrance to the building.
- synonyms:
- side by side
- similar words:
- alongside
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| definition 2: |
in full awareness; up to date (usu. fol. by "of").
We are trying to remain abreast of the latest developments. |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
side by side.
The two desks had been abreast but now they faced each other.- synonyms:
- side by side
- similar words:
- adjacent, aligned, parallel
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| definition 2: |
fully informed or aware; up to date (usu. fol. by "of").
We need to be abreast of any new incidents of this kind.- synonyms:
- aware, informed, up-to-date
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| related words: |
familiar |
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