or

[awr]

or Definition

  • 1used to link alternatives
  • 2used to introduce an explanation or clarification
  • 3used to indicate the result of a calculation

Using or: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "or" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Do you want tea or coffee?

  • Example

    You must be mistaken, or I didn't explain myself properly.

  • Example

    Two or two makes four.

or Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: or in Brief

The conjunction 'or' [awr] is used to link alternatives, introduce explanations or clarifications, and indicate the result of a calculation. It is often used in questions like 'Do you want tea or coffee?' and in statements like 'You must be mistaken, or I didn't explain myself properly.'

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