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never mind

The correct spelling is never mind.

How to pronounce never mind

verb

Say it like: Nev-er -min-d

The correct spelling is never mind. It is not important; do not fret; used to reassure or comfort the person to whom it is said. For example: "Did you fall over and hurt your knee? Never mind, I’ll put a bandage on it."

Usage Examples

Did you fall over and hurt your knee? Never mind, I’ll put a bandage on it.

Here’s some money for you. Never mind about paying me back; you can keep it.

Can you hand me that screwdriver? Wait, never mind, give me the fire extinguisher instead.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.It is not important; do not fret; used to reassure or comfort the person to whom it is said.
  2. 2.Do not be concerned (about someone or something, or about doing something).
  3. 3.Indicates a withdrawal of a previous statement.
  4. 4.Let alone; much less.

noun

  1. 1.Attention, heed.
  2. 2.Concern, affair.
  3. 3.Consequence; significant change in or effect on a situation or state; difference.

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