between

[bɪˈtwiːn]

between Definition

• 1. at, into, or across the space separating (two objects or regions)
• 2. in the period separating (two points in time)
• 3. shared by (two or more people or things)

Using between: Examples

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

• Example

  The ball is between the two trees.

• Example

  We have a meeting between 2 and 3 pm.

• Example

  The secret was kept between the two of them.

• Example

  The negotiations were between the two countries.

between Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for between

• among
• amidst
• midway
• intermediate

Antonyms for between

• outside
• excluding
• beyond

Phrases with between

• between a rock and a hard place

  in a difficult situation with no easy solution

  Example

  I'm between a rock and a hard place because I need to choose between two job offers, but both have their downsides.

• between you and me

  said to show that what you are about to say is a secret and should not be told to anyone else

  Example

  Between you and me, I think our boss is planning to retire soon.

• fall between the cracks

  to be forgotten or ignored because it does not fit into a particular system or plan

  Example

  Many children fall between the cracks in the education system and do not receive the support they need.

Origins of between

from Old English 'betweonum', from 'be' (by) + 'twēonum' (two together)

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Summary: between in Brief

The preposition 'between' [bɪˈtwiːn] refers to the space or time separating two objects or regions. It can also denote something shared by two or more people or things. Examples include 'The ball is between the two trees,' and 'The secret was kept between the two of them.' 'Between' extends into phrases like 'between a rock and a hard place,' denoting a difficult situation, and 'fall between the cracks,' meaning to be forgotten or ignored.