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Etcetera Definition & Meaning

etcetera
adverb
  1. continuing in the same way
noun
  1. additional unspecified odds and ends; more of the same; "his report was full of etceteras"

"Etcetera" in song lyrics

See how etcetera is used in real songs:

  • "Movies, cartoons, labels, etcetera"
    Beanie Sigel f/ Jay-Z — It's On
  • "I be the rapper and chief, the editor etcetera"
    Das EFX — Hold It Down
  • "Beat up the one, kill the two-three etcetera"
    Muggs f/ Dilated Peoples — Suckers Are Hiding

Words that rhyme with etcetera

Usage tips for "etcetera"

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Frequently asked questions

What does etcetera mean?
continuing in the same way additional unspecified odds and ends; more of the same; "his report was full of etceteras"
What part of speech is etcetera?
Etcetera is an adverb and a noun.
How many definitions does etcetera have?
Etcetera has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, noun).

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