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abreast

The correct spelling is abreast.

How to pronounce abreast

/əˈbɹɛst/
adjective

IPA: /əˈbɹɛst/

Say it like: Abr-ees-t

The correct spelling is abreast. Side by side, facing forward. For example: "to keep abreast of [or with] the present state of science."

Usage Examples

to keep abreast of [or with] the present state of science.

She believes it is important to keep abreast of new scientific developments.

This ship sank abreast the island.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Side by side, facing forward.
  2. 2.Alongside; parallel to.
  3. 3.Informed, well-informed, familiar, acquainted.
  4. 4.Up to a certain level or line; equally advanced
  5. 5.Side by side; also, opposite; over against; on a line with the vessel's beam.

adverb

  1. 1.Side by side and facing forward.
  2. 2.Alongside; parallel to.
  3. 3.Informed, well-informed, familiar, acquainted.
  4. 4.Followed by of or with: up to a certain level or line; equally advanced.
  5. 5.Side by side; also, opposite; on a line with the vessel's beam.

preposition

  1. 1.Abreast of; alongside.

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