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/wɪð/; also /wɪθ/
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A preposition that links one person, thing, action, or state to another in a close relationship.
Examples
He worked with two friends.
He bought a cake with fruit on top.
Do you know the man with glasses?
We cleaned the floor with water.
She opened the box with a key.
Similar words
because of
by means of
from
supporting
using
alongside
together with
against
on the side of
having
Meanings
Examples
I went with my sister.
She lives with her parents.
Have some rice with the fish.
The red book is with the others.
He worked with two friends.
Examples
Write with a pencil.
She opened the box with a key.
We cleaned the floor with water.
He spoke with care.
Cut the paper with scissors.
Examples
The girl with the blue hat is my friend.
I want a room with a window.
He bought a cake with fruit on top.
Do you know the man with glasses?
She carried a bag with a broken handle.
Examples
Her hands shook with fear.
He cried with joy.
I stayed home with a cold.
She turned red with embarrassment.
The child laughed with delight.
Examples
I argued with my brother.
Our team played with the champions.
She fought with the attacker.
The bicycle collided with a car.
He competed with his friend for the prize.
Examples
I am with you on this decision.
The voters were with her.
Are you with us or against us?
His friends stood with him.
The committee was with the teacher.
Etymology
From Old English wið, originally “against, opposite”; in Middle English it developed its familiar sense of association.
FAQ
What does with most often mean?
Together or in company with someone or something.
What does “write with a pencil” mean?
Use a pencil as the writing tool.
What does “a room with a window” mean?
A room that has a window.
Yes, in constructions such as argue with someone.
What does “I am with you” mean?
It can mean I accompany you or I support your view, depending on context.
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