excluding (A2)

preposition

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈskluːdɪŋ/

Definition

Keeping out or not including something.

Examples

• The total cost, excluding shipping, is $100.

• All employees, excluding the new interns, attended the meeting.

• The festival is open to everyone, excluding those under 18.

How to Use excluding

excluding X (prepositional phrase)

Not counting or leaving out a particular person or thing. — "The rent is $1000 per month, excluding utilities."

Synonyms of excluding

Words with a similar meaning to excluding:

• without
• apart from
• not counting
• barring

Antonyms of excluding

Words with the opposite meaning to excluding:

• including
• comprising

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