Meaning & use
a
Used before a singular countable noun to refer to a single, unspecified example of something.
See it in a sentence
She adopted a friendly dog from the local animal shelter last weekend.
He has been looking for a job closer to his family's home.
A note on using this word
Use 'an' instead of 'a' before words that begin with a vowel sound, such as 'an hour' or 'an idea.'
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
the
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