between (A1)
preposition
Pronunciation: /bɪˈtwiːn/
Definition
In or into the space separating two objects or areas.
Examples
The house is located between the mountains and the sea.
He stood between his mother and father.
There is a small garden between the two buildings.
How to Use between
- between X and Y (collocation)
- Specifying two items that define the space, time, or relationship. — "The park is between the school and the library."
- between us/you/them (collocation)
- Referring to a secret or shared understanding between people. — "This is just between us, okay?"
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